Girl
Kayleigh
slim, fair meadow
About Kayleigh
Kayleigh represents a perfect fusion of tradition and contemporary appeal, offering parents a name that feels both familiar and fresh. This spelling variation adds character and individuality, distinguishing your daughter in any classroom or workplace.
The name possesses an inherently cheerful quality, its bright syllables evoking images of sunshine and optimism. Many parents are drawn to Kayleigh for its friendly, approachable nature while still maintaining sophistication.
Its popularity in recent decades speaks to its broad appeal, yet it never feels overdone or dated. The name adapts beautifully to various personalities, whether your daughter grows to be artistic, athletic, academic, or adventurous. Kayleigh offers numerous nickname possibilities, from Kay to Leigh, providing flexibility as she develops her own identity.
Consider how this name combines warmth with strength, creating a foundation for a lifetime of possibilities.
Popularity of the Name Kayleigh
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | #794 | #556 | |||
| 1986 | #321 | #343 | |||
| 1987 | #416 | #266 | |||
| 1988 | #415 | #266 | |||
| 1989 | #407 | #184 | |||
| 1990 | #414 | #195 | |||
| 1991 | #390 | #136 | #389 | ||
| 1992 | #407 | #155 | #432 | ||
| 1993 | #402 | #141 | #510 | ||
| 1994 | #437 | #108 | #380 | ||
| 1995 | #432 | #66 | #454 | ||
| 1996 | #411 | #56 | #518 | ||
| 1997 | #383 | #48 | #46 | #451 | |
| 1998 | #364 | #61 | #48 | #410 | |
| 1999 | #363 | #63 | #324 | #55 | #384 |
| 2000 | #349 | #63 | #73 | #403 | |
| 2001 | #321 | #70 | #76 | #361 | |
| 2002 | #324 | #73 | #382 | #69 | #417 |
| 2003 | #290 | #80 | #63 | #352 | |
| 2004 | #285 | #82 | #71 | #320 | |
| 2005 | #266 | #92 | #58 | #369 | |
| 2006 | #266 | #94 | #410 | #58 | #301 |
| 2007 | #250 | #101 | #408 | #55 | #328 |
| 2008 | #239 | #130 | #402 | #65 | #322 |
| 2009 | #227 | #156 | #86 | #353 | |
| 2010 | #244 | #178 | #275 | #90 | #335 |
| 2011 | #246 | #223 | #377 | #99 | #366 |
| 2012 | #265 | #261 | #256 | #85 | #433 |
| 2013 | #279 | #382 | #100 | #347 | |
| 2014 | #278 | #414 | #118 | #395 | |
| 2015 | #324 | #535 | #143 | #478 | |
| 2016 | #348 | #506 | #319 | #171 | #556 |
| 2017 | #391 | #807 | #116 | #590 | |
| 2018 | #451 | #710 | #195 | #678 | |
| 2019 | #488 | #757 | #190 | #603 | |
| 2020 | #435 | #940 | #365 | #155 | #839 |
| 2021 | #418 | #240 | #584 | ||
| 2022 | #529 | #864 | #184 | #825 | |
| 2023 | #631 | #233 | |||
| 2024 | #731 | #174 | |||
| 2025 | #804 | #214 | #867 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Kayleigh
Names Similar to Kayleigh
Nicknames for Kayleigh
- Kay
- Kaylee
- Leigh
- Leigha
Famous People Named Kayleigh
| Kayleigh McEnany | American political commentator and former White House Press Secretary |
| Kayleigh Morris | British reality TV star |
| Kayleigh Pearson | English glamour model and actress |
| Kayleigh Roberts | British actress known for her roles in television shows and films |
| Kayleigh Winship | American professional soccer player |
| Kayleigh Donaldson | Film critic and journalist |
| Kayleigh Petersen | Australian author and novelist |
| Kayleigh Haywood | British murder victim who became the subject of a high-profile criminal case |
| Kayleigh Marin | Canadian entrepreneur and businesswoman |
| Kayleigh Swenson | American scientist and researcher in the field of environmental studies |
Characters Named Kayleigh
| Kayleigh Johnson | Character from the TV show "The West Wing" |
| Kayleigh Towne | Character from the novel "Losing Faith" by Jeremy Asher |
| Kayleigh Kittridge | Character from the movie "Into the Blue" |
| Kayleigh Smith | Character from the video game "Life is Strange" |
| Kayleigh Winter | Character from the book "The Queen's Rising" by Rebecca Ross |
| Kayleigh Bishop | Character from the film "The Last Witness" |
| Kayleigh Philips | Character from the TV series "Veronica Mars" |
| Kayleigh Sullivan | Character from the novel "A Mother's Lie" by Jo Crow |
| Kayleigh Evans | Character from the movie "Darkness Rising" |