Kaylene

Meaning of Kaylene

Kaylene is a feminine name that emerged in mid-20th-century America as a thoughtful fusion of Kay—historically a diminutive of the Greek Katherine, meaning “pure”—and the melodic suffix –lene. Pronounced KAY-leen, it unfolds in two clear syllables, its crisp phonetics leaving little room for mispronunciation—unless one is particularly inventive with vowels. For those versed in Persian lore, Kay conjures the Kayanian monarchs of Ferdowsi’s Shahnameh, imparting a subtle regal resonance to this otherwise modern coinage. U.S. naming trends show a modest peak in the 1990s—hovering near rank 705 in 1994—followed by a steady descent beyond the 900th position today, an arc that underscores its niche appeal. In a landscape crowded with fleeting fashions, Kaylene resembles an oasis—quietly distinctive, elegantly balanced, and free from the perils of endless nickname debates. It offers parents a blend of purity, heritage, and straightforward sophistication, a name that endures long after first impression.