Kaley vs Karissa

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kaley

Girl #2,725 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"slender and fair"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

American English Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,725
Total SSA Count
63
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Kay, Kale

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Kaley Rank #2,725
Karissa Rank #2,663

Karissa is more popular, ranked #2663 vs #2725 for Kaley.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Kaley ___

  • Kaley Marie
  • Kaley Ann
  • Kaley Grace
  • Kaley Rose
  • Kaley Nicole
  • Kaley Jo

Karissa ___

  • Karissa Lynn
  • Karissa Marie
  • Karissa Anne
  • Karissa Grace
  • Karissa Nicole
  • Karissa Dawn

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Kaley

Brady Chloe Liam Sienna Aidan

If you choose Karissa

Marissa Brianna Ryan Tyler Melissa

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kaley or Karissa more popular?

Karissa is more popular, ranked #2663 compared to Kaley at #2725 in the United States.

What do Kaley and Karissa mean?

Kaley means "slender and fair" (Irish Gaelic origin). Karissa means "grace, kindness" (Greek origin).

Are Kaley and Karissa boy or girl names?

Kaley is primarily a girl name. Karissa is primarily a girl name.

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