Kaleigh: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: k-ahl-eh-eegh
Origin: United States
gender-female

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Updated on Apr 14, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: North America
Meaning: Keeper of the keys

Kaleigh is a feminine given name with multiple origins and meanings. It is derived from the American name Kaylee, meaning 'keeper of the keys'or 'pure. 'In Welsh and Irish, It means 'slender'or 'slim and fair. 'The name gained popularity after the British rock band Marillion released the song "Kayleigh" in 1985. Despite its relatively modern origins, Kaleigh has become a moderately popular name choice in the US, featuring among the Top 500 most popular names from 1994 to 2006. Kaleigh is currently ranked #4192 in overall U. Births and #2333, according to The Bump. It has been a popular name since the 1990s, with its highest popularity in 2001.

Kaleigh Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Kaleigh is currently #1410 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Girl: Kaleigh is currently #775 on Kiindred Girl Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Kaleigh is currently #718 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-female Girl Unique: Kaleigh is currently #400 on Kiindred Girl Unique Names

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