Keeleigh

“slender, fair, and delicate”

Ireland origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#11698US 2023

8Births / yr

↑Rising

394All-time births

📅 Since 199400

How to pronounce Keeleigh

kee-lee

/kee-lee/ · · 2 syllables

“slender, fair, and delicate”

Ireland origin · Girl name

What does Keeleigh mean and where does it come from?

Keeleigh is a modern name that is a variation of the traditional Irish name 'Kylie' or 'Keely', which means slender or fair. It is often used in the United States and gained popularity in the late 20th century. Variants and similar spellings are frequently used. It reflects contemporary trends in na

Cultural significance

Keeleigh has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Ireland-speaking communities, where it reflects values of slender, fair, and delicate.

Peak popularity

Reached #4619 in 2008 — currently #11698 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Keeleigh?

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

Keeleigh Grace

How popular is Keeleigh right now?

Rising fast — up 2751 spots — currently #11698 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2000–2023#11698 · Top 8.6%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#11698	8	▲ up 2751 · +33% births
2022	#14449	6	▼ down 83
2021	#14366	6	▼ down 5147 · -50% births
2015	#9219	12	▼ down 4006 · -56% births
2010	#5213	27	▲ up 4032 · +125% births
2005	#9245	12	▲ up 2272 · +50% births
2000	#11517	8	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Keeleigh

Best Year2010Rank #5213

Peak Count27

Average Rank#10815

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range2000 - 20237 years

The story of Keeleigh

Keeleigh is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1994. With 394 total births recorded, Keeleigh remains relatively uncommon.

Names that peaked alongside Keeleigh in 2008:

Emma Isabella Emily Olivia Ava

Keeleigh by decade

Keeleigh peaked in the 2000s. See all 2000s names →

Decade	Births
1990s	41
2000s ★	187
2010s	166

💎Keeleigh has only 394 total recorded births since 1994 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Keeleigh?

Common

KeeKeelKeelieKeelyEleigh

What names sound and feel like Keeleigh?

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

Keyleigh

American · Key, Meadow

Kelleigh

American · Slender, fair, or

Kesleigh

English · Meadow by the

Keleigh

Irish · Irish

Kealeigh

American · Variation of 'Kaylee',

Keileigh

English · slender or fair

Kenleigh

American · Kendall's meadow

Kelseigh

American · English

How is Keeleigh written in other languages?

Keeley

ENGLISH

Common questions about the name Keeleigh

What does the name Keeleigh mean?

Keeleigh means "slender, fair, and delicate" — a name rooted in Ireland 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 Keeleigh?

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

What is the cultural origin of Keeleigh?

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

Is Keeleigh trending right now?

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

Is Keeleigh a common or rare name?

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