MallowbyNames

Naylee

NAY-lee · The meaning is uncertain; it may be a modern coinage or a variant of names like Nalani or Nia.

2025 rank (girls)
#11,932
Babies named in 2025
7
Peak popularity
2012
2025 frequency
1 in 229,610 girls
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Rising since 2020

Rising since 2020, #11,932 for girls today.

Popularity of Naylee since 2007

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

491320102020Most births 2012Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
2000s25
2010s72
2020s38

Meaning & origin

Naylee is a rare and modern name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 2007. Its popularity peaked in 2012, though it remains uncommon. The name has been on a rising trajectory since 2020, suggesting a possible increase in use. Its exact origins are unclear, but it likely represents a contemporary trend of combining familiar sounds with the popular '-lee' suffix. Parents choosing Naylee are drawn to its distinctive yet melodic quality.

Naylee is a rare name in the United States, first recorded in 2007. It appears to be a modern invention, possibly blending the popular sound of 'Nay-' (found in names like Naya) with the fashionable '-lee' suffix. The name does not have a traditional etymology or long history of use.

Sibling names for Naylee

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

Sisters: Naya, Kailani, Maya, Layla, Kehlani

Brothers: Kai, Zane, Jace, Milo, Ryder

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Naylee mean?
The meaning of Naylee is uncertain. It is likely a modern coinage or a variant of other names, with no established etymological meaning.
How popular is the name Naylee?
Naylee is a very rare name. In 2023, it ranked 11,932 and was given to about 1 in every 229,610 baby girls in the United States.
Is Naylee a boy's or girl's name?
Naylee is almost exclusively used as a girl's name. Based on the latest data from the Social Security Administration, it has been given to girls nearly 100% of the time.