Girl
Kaleigh
slender, fair
About Kaleigh
A contemporary variation that brings fresh energy to traditional Irish-inspired names, Kaleigh represents the perfect blend of familiarity and distinction. The spelling variation offers a modern twist while maintaining the melodic quality that makes it so appealing. This name has gained popularity among parents who appreciate names that sound classic but look contemporary in written form. Kaleigh carries a brightness and cheerfulness that seems to characterize many who bear it, suggesting someone approachable and warm-hearted. The phonetic spelling makes pronunciation intuitive, eliminating confusion while still offering uniqueness. It's particularly well-suited for families seeking a name that honors Celtic traditions without being overly conventional, and it pairs beautifully with both traditional and modern middle names.
Popularity of the Name Kaleigh
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1986 | #642 | ||
| 1987 | #650 | ||
| 1988 | #613 | ||
| 1989 | #607 | ||
| 1990 | #529 | ||
| 1991 | #533 | #405 | |
| 1992 | #435 | #549 | |
| 1993 | #525 | #534 | |
| 1994 | #481 | #545 | |
| 1995 | #481 | #665 | |
| 1996 | #482 | #556 | |
| 1997 | #464 | #539 | #755 |
| 1998 | #423 | #396 | #556 |
| 1999 | #427 | #547 | |
| 2000 | #415 | #571 | |
| 2001 | #399 | #515 | |
| 2002 | #434 | #574 | |
| 2003 | #450 | #526 | |
| 2004 | #463 | #391 | |
| 2005 | #451 | #644 | #504 |
| 2006 | #489 | #852 | #701 |
| 2007 | #543 | #681 | |
| 2008 | #578 | #627 | |
| 2009 | #628 | #688 | |
| 2010 | #584 | #639 | |
| 2011 | #690 | #990 | |
| 2012 | #796 | #939 | |
| 2013 | #852 | ||
| 2014 | #896 |
Top names by country: United States · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Kaleigh
Names Similar to Kaleigh
Nicknames for Kaleigh
- Kal
- Kay
- Leigh
- Leah
- Kaley
Famous People Named Kaleigh
| Kaleigh Cronin | Canadian actress |
| Kaleigh Gilchrist | American water polo player |
| Kaleigh Hambrick | American gymnast |
| Kaleigh Papillion | American basketball player |
| Kaleigh Rafter | Canadian softball player |
| Kaleigh Reis | American soccer player |
| Kaleigh Silverstein | American actress |
| Kaleigh Baker | American singer-songwriter |
| Kaleigh Dunn | Australian paralympic swimmer |
| Kaleigh Lawson | Canadian figure skater |
| Kaleigh McGrady | American model |
| Kaleigh Ryan | Australian diver |
| Kaleigh Schrock | American ice hockey player |
| Kaleigh Stroud | American soccer player |
| Kaleigh Woodman | Canadian field hockey player |
| Kaleigh Wike | American paralympic swimmer |
| Kaleigh O'Keefe | Canadian artistic gymnast |
| Kaleigh Wright | Canadian soccer player |
| Kaleigh Schettenhelm | American softball player |
| Kaleigh Teel | American photographer |
Characters Named Kaleigh
| Kaleigh Durant | character in the "Mystic Valley" book series |
| Kaleigh Hart | character in the "Heartfire" book series |
| Kaleigh Lane | character in the "Whisper Lake" series |
| Kaleigh Adams | character in the "Sweet Serenity" TV show |
| Kaleigh Morgan | character in the "Moonlit Magic" novel |
| Kaleigh Brooks | character in the "Bayside High" series |
| Kaleigh Summers | character in the "Sunset Dreams" TV series |
| Kaleigh Walker | character in the "Harbor Haven" book series |
| Kaleigh Steele | character in the "Secrets of Silver Lake" film |
| Kaleigh Jensen | character in the "Starlight Skies" novel |
| Kaleigh Robinson | character in the "Emerald Isle" TV show |
| Kaleigh Turner | character in the "Windswept Wishes" book |
| Kaleigh Wallace | character in the "Fireside Secrets" series |
| Kaleigh Harris | character in the "City Lights" TV drama |
| Kaleigh Foster | character in the "Hidden Harbor" movie |
| Kaleigh Montgomery | character in the "Enchanted Ever After" book |
| Kaleigh Parker | character in the "Summer Breeze" novel |
| Kaleigh Anderson | character in the "Starry Nights" TV show |
| Kaleigh Johnson | character in the "Crimson Cove" series |