Khylei is a contemporary given name of unknown etymology, its popularity likely stemming from the trend of creating new names inspired by existing ones. Pronounced /kaɪˈliː/, it is often considered a blend of Kyle andiley, though there's no definitive confirmation of this. Khylei has gained some traction in recent years, particularly in English-speaking countries like the United States.
The name Khylei experienced some fluctuations in popularity over the years, with a noticeable spike between 2009 and 2012, reaching its peak in 2012 with 15 births that year. However, it has since seen a decline, dropping to single digits in recent years. Overall, there have been a total of 162 babies named Khylei born between 2006 and 2023.