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Cayleigh

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Pronounced KAY-lee /ˈkeɪ.li/High

Meaning: Spelling of Kayleigh — linked to the Gaelic ceilidh, 'a festive gathering/dance', or 'slender'; routes layeredLow

In 30 seconds: Festive and soft: Cayleigh spells Kayleigh — tied to ceilidh, 'a Scottish dance party' — with a decorative finish. Breezy, bright, and sweet.
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Origin LowIrish, American
MeaningSpelling of Kayleigh — linked to the Gaelic ceilidh, 'a festive gathering/dance', or 'slender'; routes layered
U.S. rank (2025)#4900 ↘ Falling
2025 U.S. births27 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2009
Total births (all-time)≈ 2,297

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 200919862025

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Cayleigh is a spelling of Kayleigh — linked to Gaelic ceilidh, 'a festive social gathering with music and dance', or to Irish caol, 'slender' (routes layered, which we note). A breezy, modern name.

It registers thinly in records. Rare, a-festive-dance-or-slender at the root, and breezy.

Did you know? Kayleigh ties to the Gaelic ceilidh, 'a festive gathering with music and dance' (and Marillion's hit song 'Kayleigh') — Cayleigh is a soft C-spelling.
Overall data confidence 55%
Behind the Name — Kayleigh — routes layered

Variations

KayleighCaileeCeilidh

Nicknames

Cay

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If you like Cayleigh…

Kayleigh— the standard spelling
Kaylee— a fellow spelling
Cailee— a companion C- spelling
Hayleigh— another -leigh name

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Cayleigh mean?

Cayleigh spells Kayleigh — linked to ceilidh ('a festive dance') or 'slender'; the routes are layered.

How do you pronounce Cayleigh?

It's said KAY-lee /ˈkeɪ.li/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Cayleigh a boy or girl name?

Cayleigh is a girl's name.

How popular is Cayleigh?

Cayleigh is a rare spelling in the U.S.

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