Will my child share the name Kaylem with classmates?

Unlikely. With around 3 UK babies named Kaylem per year, your child will almost certainly be the only Kaylem in their class, and possibly the only one in the whole school.

Is Kaylem becoming more or less popular in the UK?

Kaylem is declining: down 3,061 places since 2020, to #5,137 in 2025. It peaked at #528 in 1997.

Is Kaylem a good choice for a distinctive name?

Kaylem is a distinctive choice sitting outside the mainstream UK top names. Parents choosing less common names often find their children appreciate the individuality as they grow up, rarely needing to add an initial to distinguish themselves.

Is Kaylem a popular baby name in the United States?

Kaylem does not appear in the US top 1,000 baby names, making it a distinctively British choice.

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Kaylem is a distinctive choice, ranked #5137 in 2025. Your child is likely to be the only Kaylem in their class.

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UK Rank 2025

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About the Name Kaylem

Kaylem has seen a notable decline in recent years, dropping 989 places in five years. It was most popular in 1997 at #528 — parents choosing it today are making a deliberately counter-trend decision. The name has been a consistent presence in UK records since 1996.

Kaylem is rare in the UK, so your child is very likely to be the only Kaylem in their class.