Kaylia
Latin · Girl · 2 syllables
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About the name Kaylia
Kaylia is a modern English name derived from the Irish name Kayla, which itself comes from the Gaelic "Cadhla" meaning "slender" or "fair." The name gained popularity in English-speaking countries during the late 20th century as part of a trend of creating feminine names with the "-ia" suffix.
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Etymology
Kaylia is a modern English name derived from the Irish name Kayla, which itself comes from the Gaelic "Cadhla" meaning "slender" or "fair." The name gained popularity in English-speaking countries during the late 20th century as part of a trend of creating feminine names with the "-ia" suffix.
Kaylia is primarily used in English-speaking cultures, particularly in the United States, Canada, and Australia, with no significant historical or religious context beyond its contemporary usage as a variant spelling of the more established name Kayla.
Kaylia currently ranks #9,156 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1996.
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