Caila
Caila is a girl baby name. Ranked #8,621 in the US, popular nicknames include Cai, Cay, and Caiie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Caila first appeared in US Social Security records in 1985.
Over 1,262 babies have been named Caila in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Caila is past its peak , currently ranked #8,621 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #8,621
- Total SSA Count
- 13
Alternative Spellings
Nicknames
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About the Name Caila
Caila is a girl name .
Caila is currently ranked #8,621 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Caila include Cai, Cay, and Caiie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Caila include Cailyn, Cailee . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis