Kayleigh
girl name#799 in 2025Kayleigh entered the US charts in 1984, peaked at #227 in 2009, ranks #799 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1984–2025
#799
rank today
#227
peak (2009)
340
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #1750 |
| 1990s | #400 |
| 2000s | #282 |
| 2010s | #331 |
| 2020s | #590 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Kayleigh has been most popular in TX, NY, NC.
Living bearers
About 34,000 people named Kayleigh are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Kayleigh alive today was born around 2007, making them about 18 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Kayleigh in 2025?
- Kayleigh ranks #799 among US girl names in 2025, with 340 babies given the name.
- When was the name Kayleigh most popular?
- Kayleigh peaked in 2009, reaching #227 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Kayleigh with classmates?
- Kayleigh will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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