Kayelee is a unique and distinctive given name of American origin, derived from the Swahili word 'kayela', meaning 'to fight'. This name gained popularity in the United States during the 1970s and 1980s but remains relatively uncommon today. It is often spelled in various ways, including Kaylee, Kaelie, and Kaylie. Despite its rarity, Kayelee has been used for both males and females, making it a unisex name. In the rare instances where it appears, Kayelee stands out as an exotic and memorable choice.
The name Kayelee saw its most popular years between 1998 and 2004, with a peak of 20 births in 2005. However, it has since declined significantly, with only 5 to 11 births per year from 2016 onwards. The total number of babies named Kayelee over these years is 365.