Meaning: Its source is Caoilinn, an Irish Gaelic name meaning "Slim and fair."

Popularity: The name Kaylah ranked 835th in popularity for females of all ages in a sample of 2000-2003 Social Security Administration statistics.

Narrative: Some authorities associate this name with the Yiddish name Kelila, meaning ''crown of laurel.'' Others believe it is a short form of Michaela.