Ann vs Kailey

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ann

Girl #1,144 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"grace, favor"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English French Scandinavian Latin

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,144
Total SSA Count
211
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Annie

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Kailey

Girl #1,284 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"slender, graceful"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

American Irish English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,284
Total SSA Count
180
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Kay, Kai

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✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Ann Rank #1,144
Kailey Rank #1,284

Ann is more popular, ranked #1144 vs #1284 for Kailey.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Ann ___

  • Ann Marie
  • Ann Elizabeth
  • Ann Louise
  • Ann Grace
  • Ann Margaret
  • Ann Claire

Kailey ___

  • Kailey Ann
  • Kailey Grace
  • Kailey Marie
  • Kailey Rose
  • Kailey Elizabeth
  • Kailey Nicole

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Ann

Mary Jane Ruth George William

If you choose Kailey

Hailey Bailey Kylie Rylee Brielle

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ann or Kailey more popular?

Ann is more popular, ranked #1144 compared to Kailey at #1284 in the United States.

What do Ann and Kailey mean?

Ann means "grace, favor" (Hebrew origin). Kailey means "slender, graceful" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Ann and Kailey boy or girl names?

Ann is primarily a girl name. Kailey is primarily a girl name.

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