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Kaylaann

KAY-luh-ann · Probably a combination of Kayla and Ann, with Kayla itself of uncertain origin (possibly from Michaela or a variant of Kay) and Ann from Hebrew Hannah, meaning 'grace'.

Peak popularity
1995
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Kaylaann since 1988

Babies named Kaylaann per year in U.S. Social Security records.

511161990200020102020Most births 1995Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
1980s16
1990s91
2000s60
2010s6
2020s0

Meaning & origin

Kaylaann first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1988, a product of the late-20th-century trend of blending popular names. Its peak year, 1995, reflects the height of similar compound names like Kaylee and Kaitlyn. Although it has never entered the overall top 1,000 rankings, its trajectory has been stable, showing consistent but modest usage over the decades. The name particularly gained some traction in states not reflected in the top-state data, but its spread remained broad rather than concentrated. As a compound of Kayla and Ann, it carries the grace associated with Ann and the modern, appealing rhythm of Kayla. Kaylaann is a distinct choice that feels familiar yet uncommon.

Kaylaann is a modern compound name formed by joining Kayla and Ann. Kayla emerged as a popular name in the late 20th century, likely influenced by Michaela or derived from the name Kay. Ann has Hebrew origins via Hannah, meaning 'grace'. The doubled 'n' spelling follows common modern naming patterns that add a fashionable suffix. The name was first recorded in the United States in 1988, saw its peak usage in 1995, and has remained relatively stable since.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Kay, Kayla, Annie, K.K.

Variants: Kayla Ann, Kaylaanne, Kaylynn

Sibling names for Kaylaann

Names that share Kaylaann's style, for a brother or sister.

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Kaylaann mean?
Kaylaann is a modern combination of Kayla (of uncertain origin, possibly from Michaela) and Ann, from Hebrew Hannah meaning 'grace'. Its overall meaning is often interpreted as 'graceful'.
How popular is the name Kaylaann?
Kaylaann was first recorded in 1988 and reached its peak popularity in 1995. Usage has remained stable since then, but it is not currently ranked among the top 1,000 names for any recent year.
Is Kaylaann a boy's or girl's name?
Kaylaann is used almost exclusively for girls.