Caileen
Caileen is a girl baby name. Ranked #15,913 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
Caileen first appeared in US Social Security records in 1988.
Over 139 babies have been named Caileen in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Caileen is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #15,913 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #15,913
- Total SSA Count
- 8
Alternative Spellings
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About the Name Caileen
Caileen is a girl name .
Caileen is currently ranked #15,913 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Caileen include Cai, Cay, Caiie, and Cailie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Caileen 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