Kylie
Kylie has Australian Aboriginal origins, derived from a Noongar word meaning "boomerang." The name gained international popularity in the 1970s and has become a modern favorite with a bright, energetic feel.
Current Popularity
#189 for girls
in the United States (2024)
Popularity over time
Good to Know
- •Easy to spell and pronounce in English-speaking countries
- •Has a contemporary, upbeat sound that feels both casual and confident
- •The name experienced a major popularity surge in the 1980s-90s
- •Works well across different age groups from childhood to adulthood
- •Multiple spelling variations exist
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Statistics
120,379
Total births since 1880
2003
Peak year
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