Kaylene

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Kaylene Pronunciation

Kaylene is pronounced KAY-leen /ˈkeɪ.lin/High

Meaning: Blend of Kay (pet form of Katherine, 'pure') with the -lene ending; construction modernLow

In 30 seconds: Kay, dressed in -lene: Kaylene joins the bright Kay- opening to a soft -lene ending. Mid-century charm with a 'pure' echo.

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Origin MediumAmerican, Greek

MeaningBlend of Kay (pet form of Katherine, 'pure') with the -lene ending; construction modern

U.S. rank (2024)#4065 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births36 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year1993

Total births (all-time)≈ 5,033

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

History & Origin

Kaylene is a modern blend joining Kay — a pet form of Katherine, from Greek katharos, 'pure' — to the -lene ending. The combination flourished in the mid-twentieth century.

It registers thinly today. Rare, pure-in-echo, and vintage-modern.

Did you know? The -lene ending — Charlene, Marlene, Kaylene — was a mid-century favorite; Kaylene pairs it with Kay, a pet form of 'pure' Katherine.

Overall data confidence 60%

Behind the Name — Kay — root background

Variations

KaylynKaylinCaylene

Nicknames

Kay

Famous Bearers

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If you like Kaylene…

Kaylyn— a fellow Kay- blend

Charlene— a companion -lene name

Marlene— another -lene classic

Kaylee— a fellow Kay- favorite

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Kaylene?

Kaylene is pronounced KAY-leen (/ˈkeɪ.lin/). Press play above to hear Kaylene said aloud.

How do you say Kaylene?

Kaylene is said KAY-leen (/ˈkeɪ.lin/). Press play above to hear Kaylene said aloud.

What does the name Kaylene mean?

Kaylene joins Kay (a pet form of 'pure' Katherine) to the -lene ending.

Is Kaylene a boy or girl name?

Kaylene is a girl's name.

How popular is Kaylene?

Kaylene is a rare name in the U.S.