Kaileah

“Beloved”

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#5841US 2023

21Births / yr

↑Rising

302All-time births

📅 Since 199900

What does Kaileah mean and where does it come from?

Kaileah is a modern American name, drawing influence from ethnic names such as Kayla and Leah. It is often considered unique, as it has become popular in the last few decades. The name reflects a sense of beauty and grace, making it appealing to contemporary parents. It has also been associated with

Cultural significance

Kaileah has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of beloved.

Peak popularity

Reached #6179 in 2015 — currently #5841 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Kaileah?

Kaileah works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Kaileah Grace

How popular is Kaileah right now?

Rising fast — up 487 spots — currently #5841 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2000–2023#5841 · Top 4.3%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#5841	21	▲ up 487 · +11% births
2022	#6328	19	▼ down 485 · -10% births
2021	#5843	21	▲ up 1893 · +50% births
2020	#7736	14	▼ down 1557 · -33% births
2015	#6179	21	▲ up 413 · +5% births
2010	#6592	20	▲ up 9198 · +233% births
2005	#15790	6	▼ down 4072 · -25% births
2000	#11718	8	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Kaileah

Best Year2023Rank #5841

Peak Count21

Average Rank#8253

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range2000 - 20238 years

The story of Kaileah

Kaileah is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1999. With 302 total births recorded, Kaileah remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #11718 in 2000 to #5841 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Kaileah in 2015:

Emma Olivia Sophia Ava Isabella

Kaileah by decade

Kaileah peaked in the 2010s. See all 2010s names →

Decade	Births
1990s	6
2000s	106
2010s ★	176
2020s	14

💎Kaileah has only 302 total recorded births since 1999 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Kaileah?

Common

KaiKailKailieKailyIleah

What names sound and feel like Kaileah?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Kaileah also consider these

Kayleah

American · pure, keeper of

Karleah

American · A modern variation

Haileah

American · heroine, praise

Naileah

American · English

Kailiah

American · keeper of the

Jaileah

American · Derived from combinations

Common questions about the name Kaileah

What does the name Kaileah mean?

Kaileah means "Beloved" — a name rooted in American tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Kaileah?

Kaileah is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Kaileah have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Kaileah?

Kaileah originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

Is Kaileah trending right now?

Kaileah is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.

Is Kaileah a common or rare name?

Kaileah is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.