Zailee

“English” — Embodies a sense of freedom and individuality

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#3702US 2023

42Births / yr

↓Falling

317All-time births

📅 Since 200500

What does Zailee mean and where does it come from?

Zailee is a contemporary name that has gained popularity as a feminine variant of names like Zail or as a modern reinterpretation of names like Kaylee. The name embodies a sense of freedom and individuality, making it appealing to parents seeking unique names. It is predominantly used in the United

Cultural significance

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

Peak popularity

Reached #3896 in 2018 — currently #3702 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Zailee?

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

Zailee Grace

How popular is Zailee right now?

Falling — down 170 spots — currently #3702 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2005–2023#3702 · Top 2.7%

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2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#3702	42	▼ down 170 · -7% births
2022	#3532	45	▲ up 877 · +41% births
2021	#4409	32	▼ down 378 · -9% births
2020	#4031	35	▲ up 1588 · +46% births
2015	#5619	24	▲ up 4121 · +100% births
2010	#9740	12	▲ up 9437 · +140% births
2005	#19177	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Zailee

Best Year2022Rank #3532

Peak Count45

Average Rank#7173

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range2005 - 20237 years

The story of Zailee

Zailee is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2005. With 317 total births recorded, Zailee remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #19177 in 2005 to #3702 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Zailee in 2018:

Emma Olivia Ava Isabella Sophia

Zailee by decade

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

Decade	Births
2000s	40
2010s ★	242
2020s	35

💎Zailee has only 317 total recorded births since 2005 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Zailee?

Common

ZaiZailZailieZailyIlee

What names sound and feel like Zailee?

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

Zaidee

American · From the name

Zaylee

American · true and pure

Jailee

American · A modern name,

American · a variant of

Mailee

American · Rising flower

Kailee

American · Pure, Rejoice.

Common questions about the name Zailee

What does the name Zailee mean?

Zailee means "English" — 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 Zailee?

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

What is the cultural origin of Zailee?

Zailee 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 Zailee trending right now?

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

Is Zailee a common or rare name?

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