Caila Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Caila is listed in our database as a girl name of Gaelic origin. Its recorded meaning is “Slender. Variant of Caley or Cailley: (French) 'from the forest”.

Caila Name at a Glance

Name Caila
Meaning Slender. Variant of Caley or Cailley: (French) 'from the forest.
Origin Gaelic
Gender Girl

What Does the Name Caila Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Caila means “Slender. Variant of Caley or Cailley: (French) 'from the forest”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Caila Name Origin

Our database records Caila under Gaelic origin. Browse more Gaelic baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Caila a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Caila is listed as a girl name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Caila

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