Find out how popular the first name Kaileah has been for the last 26 years (from 1999 to 2024) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Kaileah by gender

Based on the last 26 years of data, Kaileah is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2024, there were 11 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Kaileah.

The history of the first name Kaileah

The name Kaileah is believed to have its origins in the Hawaiian language, and it is thought to be a variant spelling of the Hawaiian name Kaileia. This name is composed of two Hawaiian words: "kai" meaning "sea" or "ocean," and "leia" meaning "child" or "offspring." Therefore, the name Kaileah can be interpreted as "child of the sea" or "ocean child."

The earliest recorded use of the name Kaileah dates back to the late 20th century, particularly in the United States and other English-speaking countries. While the name has Hawaiian roots, it does not appear to have any significant historical references or mentions in ancient texts or religious scriptures from the Hawaiian culture.

One of the earliest notable individuals with the name Kaileah was Kaileah Elina Mendes, a Hawaiian-American actress born in 1988. She is known for her roles in television series such as "Hawaii Five-0" and "Magnum P.I."

Another notable figure with the name Kaileah was Kaileah Marla Toney, an American professional basketball player who played in the WNBA for the Seattle Storm and the Sacramento Monarchs during the early 2000s.

In the literary world, Kaileah Solamente is a fictional character from the novel "The Pact" by Jodi Picoult, published in 1998.

Kaileah Navarro was an American model and beauty pageant titleholder who competed in the Miss Universe 2005 pageant, representing the U.S. Virgin Islands.

Lastly, Kaileah Papalii is a contemporary Australian artist and painter known for her vibrant and expressive works exploring themes of cultural identity and environmental conservation.

It is worth noting that while the name Kaileah has gained popularity in recent decades, especially in Western countries, its use and historical references are relatively limited compared to more traditional Hawaiian names or those with deeper roots in other cultures.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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