The baby name Cailah is a Female name , 2 syllables long and is pronounced KAY-luh (IPA: /ˈkeɪlə/).
Cailah is English in Origin.
The baby name Cailah is a Female name , 2 syllables long and is pronounced KAY-luh (IPA: /ˈkeɪlə/).
Cailah is English in Origin.
Cailah is a modern, stylistic spelling aligned with Kayla/Kaila, drawing on several linguistic streams. In English it can function as a contemporary elaboration of Kay or a short form of Michaela. In Jewish naming, Kaila/Kayla reflects the Yiddish Kaila, often associated with Hebrew Kelila, meaning “laurel, wreath, crown.” Some also connect its sound to the Irish Gaelic Cadhla (pronounced KIE-la), meaning “beautiful, graceful,” giving Cailah a set of uplifting interpretations.
The name entered broader use in the late 20th century alongside the rise of Kayla and Kyla, and it remains a rarer, personalized variant. Related forms and spellings include Kailah, Caila, Caela, Kayla, Kaila, Kyla, Michaela, and the Hebrew-influenced Keila/Keilah. Note that Keilah is also a biblical place-name with a distinct origin, though it may influence spelling choices. Cailah feels modern yet familiar, with cross-cultural resonance.
Based on birth registration data from national statistics agencies.
| Country | Gender | Year | Rank | Born | of |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| QA | Girls | 0 | #343 | 1 | 15,378 |
| SG | Girls | 0 | #632 | 1 | 18,916 |
| United States | Girls | 2021 | #916 | 5 | 8,741 |
| ZA | Girls | 0 | #1,236 | 1 | 25,928 |
| SA | Boys | 0 | #1,691 | 1 | 28,008 |
Cailah is popular in 5 countries — most recent births per country:
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