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Kylei
Pronounced KY-lee /ˈkaɪ.li/High
Meaning: -ei spelling of Kylie — from an Aboriginal Australian word, 'a boomerang', or an Irish-derived 'slender'/feminine of Kyle; routes layeredLow
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U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.
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History & Origin
Kylei is an -ei spelling of Kylie — variously from an Aboriginal Australian word, 'a boomerang', and a feminine of Kyle, from Gaelic caol, 'narrow, slender' (routes layered, which we note; popularized by the singer Kylie Minogue). A sweet, sunny, modern name; the -ei styling personalizes it (nickname Ky).
It registers thinly beside Kylie. Rare, a-boomerang-or-slender at the root, and sunny.
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Frequently Asked
What does the name Kylei mean?
Kylei spells Kylie — 'a boomerang' (Aboriginal) or 'slender' (a feminine of Kyle); the routes are layered.
How do you pronounce Kylei?
It's said KY-lee /ˈkaɪ.li/ — two syllables, stress on the first.
Is Kylei a boy or girl name?
Kylei is a girl's name.
How popular is Kylei?
Kylei is a rare spelling in the U.S.; Kylie is more common.