Kylie
Boomerang — a girl name of Australian Aboriginal origin
Popularity of Kylie in the United States
Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA). Based on all Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Meaning & Origin of Kylie
Kylie is believed to derive from an Aboriginal Australian word meaning "boomerang" in the Noongar language of Western Australia. The name was popularized in the English-speaking world by Australian singer Kylie Minogue, who rose to fame in the late 1980s through the television series Neighbours before becoming an international pop icon. Some etymologists also connect the name to the Gaelic "caol" meaning "narrow" or "graceful." Kylie was most popular in Australia and the UK in the 1980s and 1990s, and experienced a resurgence in the United States in the 2010s, partly due to the cultural influence of Kylie Jenner.
Kylie Around the World
Kylie is used in 0 languages worldwide, with 1+ international variants.
TypeFemale given name
Linguistic data: Wikidata (CC0). Variants and language usage may vary by region.
Nicknames for Kylie
Famous People Named Kylie
- Kylie Minogue — Australian singer and pop icon
- Kylie Jenner — American media personality and businesswoman
- Kylie Bunbury — Canadian-American actress
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Kylie mean?
Kylie is a girl name of Australian Aboriginal origin meaning "Boomerang." Kylie is believed to derive from an Aboriginal Australian word meaning "boomerang" in the Noongar language of Western Australia. The name was popularized in the English-speaking world by Australian singer Kylie Minogue, who rose to fame in the late 1980s through the television series Neighbours before becoming an international pop icon.
How do you pronounce Kylie?
Kylie is pronounced KY-lee. Common variations include Kylee, Kyleigh, Kiley.
Is Kylie a girl name?
Yes, Kylie is traditionally a girl name. Popular nicknames include Ky, Kyles, Ky-Ky.
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