Pure; laurel crown; meadow
Kaileah is a modern American phonetic variation, likely blending the Hawaiian name Kai, meaning 'sea', with the Hebrew name Leah, or serving as a creative spelling of Kaylee. It is often associated with the Greek 'katharos' meaning pure or the Latin 'laurus' referring to the laurel crown. Its usage is contemporary, appealing to parents who like familiar sounds with a unique visual flair.
Less common today
Kaileah isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #5,662 in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).