Kaileigh

Kaileigh is one of the most unique spelling options of this name with tens of variations. Though never on the top 1,000 list, your daughter will be sure to stand out with this alternative. It is currently only a top 7,000 name in America.

Meaning and Origin of the Name Kaileigh:

Kaileigh is a variation of the original spelling of this name: Kaylee. The name likely is a combination name, invented in America, coming from the name Kay and suffix “-lee”. Others believe, however, that Kaileigh dates back to Chaeli, which is a shortened form of the name Michaela. Kaileigh is interpreted to mean “who is like God?”. This question refers to the idea that God is above all else.

Symbolism of the Name Kaileigh:

Kaileigh only means “combination name” if it comes from the names Kay and Lee, like Kaylee. If it is a variation of Chaeli, however, it would mean “who is like God?”. This latter meaning is due to the name Michaela being the feminine form of Michael. Families of faith will find lots of symbolism in that meaning.

Nicknames for the Name Kaileigh:

If you're interested in giving your baby the name Kaileigh, chances are you want a great nickname to go with it. We've picked our favorite Kaileigh nicknames and put them together into this handy list:

• Kai 
• KK
• Leigh
• Kails
• Kail
• Kailz
• Kay 
• Leah 
• Kailie
• Kays
• Ailes
• Lei
• Lee 
• Ayla 
• Alli 
• Al
• Als

Style of the Name Kaileigh:

Modern

Gender of the Name Kaileigh:

Kaileigh is a trendy and cute baby name for girls.

Pronunciation of the Name Kaileigh:

KAY-lee

Number of Syllables in the Name Kaileigh:

Two

Emotion Evoked From the Name Kaileigh

Kaileigh feels youthful, trendy, and adorable. It is simple and happy.

Alternative Spellings for the Name Kaileigh:

• Kaylee 
• Kayleigh 
• Kailey 
• Kaley
• Kailee
• Kalie
• Kayley 
• Kaylie 

Popularity of the Name Kaileigh:

The baby name Kaileigh is not currently a top 1,000 name. It has never been on this list of the Social Security Popularity Index and currently ranks at number 6,861. In comparison, the original spelling, Kaylee, was rank 161 in 2022.

Related Names for the Name Kaileigh:

• Kylie 
• Kayla 
• Kiersten
• Gwenyth
• Lindsay
• Hazel 
• Harlen
• Teagan 

Great Middle Names for Kaileigh and Their Meanings:

• Abigail (cause of joy, father's joy)
• Alyssa (noble)
• Marissa (little Mary)
• Autumn (fall, autumn)
• Brooke (small stream)
• Hollis (near the holly)
• Valentina (healthy, strong)
• Arden (valley of the eagle)

Famous People with the Name Kaileigh:

• Kaileigh Bullard (actress, “Night Has a Thousand Eyes”)
• Kaileigh Martin (actress, “Ghost World”)

Kaileighs in Popular Culture:

• Kaileigh (character from “Beautiful Minds”)

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