Kailee
Gaelic · Girl · 1 syllable
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About the name Kailee
Kailee is a modern English name derived from the Irish name Cadhla or the Scottish name Cailey, meaning "powerful warrior" or "from the forest," with roots in Gaelic linguistic traditions.
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Etymology
Kailee is a modern English name derived from the Irish name Cadhla or the Scottish name Cailey, meaning "powerful warrior" or "from the forest," with roots in Gaelic linguistic traditions. The name is primarily used in English-speaking countries, particularly in the United States, with no significant historical or religious affiliation, as it is a contemporary invention typical of late 20th-century naming practices.
Kailee currently ranks #1,969 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2003.
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