Kailany
A feminine name of Hawaiian origin meaning "heavenly lei" or "flower from heaven".
Name Census estimates that about 1,319 living Americans carry the first name Kailany. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Kailany today is around 5 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Kailany births was 2024 (297 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Kailany. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Kailany is a relatively new arrival in the SSA data. The average bearer is just 5 years old, meaning it gained most of its traction in the last two decades.
People living today
1.3K
~ 1 in 259,859 Americans
Peak year
2024
297 babies that year
Average age
5
years old
2024 SSA rank
#896
Tracked since 2005
Popularity
Kailany: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Kailany from the 2000s through to the 2020s, spanning 3 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2020s, with 1,026 total registrations. The name continues to be given at rates close to its all-time high, suggesting it has not yet fallen out of fashion.
Babies born per year
Decades
Kailany by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Kailany during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Kailanys live
The SSA's state-level files cover 21 states and territories. Texas, California, New York recorded the most babies named Kailany, while Ohio, Missouri, Louisiana recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 44 registrations each.
Origin
Meaning and history of Kailany
The name Kailany is believed to have originated from the Arabic language. It is a feminine name that has been popular in various Arab and Islamic cultures for centuries. The name is derived from the Arabic root word "qalin," which means "calm" or "tranquil." This suggests that the name was initially given to children with the hope that they would possess a peaceful and serene nature.
In some historical records, the name Kailany is also associated with the word "qalb," which translates to "heart" in Arabic. This connection implies that the name may have been given to children who were considered precious and close to the heart of their parents or family members.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Kailany can be found in the 10th century CE, during the Abbasid Caliphate in Baghdad. It is mentioned in several historical texts and manuscripts from that era, indicating its usage among the Arab aristocracy and scholarly circles.
Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals who bore the name Kailany. One such person was Kailany al-Basri, a renowned Islamic scholar and theologian who lived in the 8th century CE. She was highly respected for her expertise in Quranic exegesis and Islamic jurisprudence.
Another notable figure was Kailany bint al-Husayn, a 9th-century Arab poetess and literary figure. Her works were widely acclaimed for their eloquence and depth, and she was celebrated for her contributions to the rich tradition of Arabic literature.
In the 12th century, Kailany al-Dimashqi was a prominent historian and geographer from Damascus. She authored several influential works on the history and geography of the region, which have become valuable sources for scholars studying that era.
Moving forward to the 14th century, Kailany al-Andalusi was a renowned physician and scholar from the Iberian Peninsula. She made significant contributions to the field of medicine and was highly regarded for her expertise in various branches of science.
Another notable figure was Kailany al-Baghdadi, a 16th-century calligrapher and artist from Baghdad. Her intricate and beautiful calligraphic works were highly sought after and adorned numerous manuscripts and architectural structures of that time.
These are just a few examples of individuals throughout history who have borne the name Kailany. The name has a rich heritage and has been associated with individuals who have made significant contributions to various fields, including academia, literature, science, and the arts.
People
Kailany + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Kailany as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with K
Other first names starting with K with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Kailany: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Kailany?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 1,319 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Kailany going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 259,859 US residents.
Is Kailany a common name?
We classify Kailany as "Rare". It ranks above 91.7% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 1,327 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Kailany most popular?
The single biggest year for Kailany was 2024, when 297 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Kailany is about 5 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Kailany a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Kailany in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.