UK boy's name
Kaylab
A variant spelling of the Arabic name Khalid, meaning "immortal" or "eternal".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2015. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Kaylab is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Kaylab popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2015 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4747, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2015, with 3 births.
This profile covers 3 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 2015 to 2015. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
Kaylab is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 3 living people in the UK are called Kaylab. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2016 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Kaylab ranked #4747 for boys in England and Wales in 2015, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2015, when 3 boys were registered as Kaylab.
- • About 3 living people in the UK are estimated to have Kaylab as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4747
2015
Births in 2015
3
Latest year
Peak year
2015
3 births
Estimated living
3
2026
Meaning
What does Kaylab mean?
The given name Kaylab is believed to have originated from the Arabic language, with its roots tracing back to ancient Islamic cultures. It is a combination of two Arabic words, "Kayl" and "Ab," which respectively mean "measure" and "father." This name likely emerged during the medieval period in regions where Arabic was the predominant language, such as the Middle East and parts of North Africa.
While there are no definitive records of the name's appearance in ancient texts or religious scriptures, some scholars suggest that it may have been used as a descriptive term for individuals who were skilled in measuring or accounting. The earliest known mention of Kaylab as a personal name dates back to the 12th century, when it was recorded in historical documents from the Abbasid Caliphate, a powerful Islamic empire that ruled over vast territories.
One of the earliest notable individuals with the name Kaylab was a renowned mathematician and astronomer from Baghdad, who lived during the 13th century. His contributions to the fields of mathematics and astrology were widely recognized, and his works were studied and referenced by scholars across the Islamic world.
In the 15th century, a prominent military leader named Kaylab ibn Khalid led a successful campaign against invading forces in the region of modern-day Syria. His strategic prowess and leadership skills earned him a place in historical records, and his name became synonymous with bravery and tactical expertise.
During the 16th century, a renowned poet and philosopher named Kaylab al-Andalusi gained recognition for his eloquent verses and insightful writings on various subjects, including ethics, politics, and the human condition. His works were widely circulated and celebrated across the Arabic-speaking world.
Another notable figure was Kaylab al-Baghdadi, a distinguished Islamic scholar and theologian who lived in the 17th century. His contributions to the interpretation and understanding of Islamic teachings and principles were highly influential, and his writings were studied by generations of scholars and students.
In the 19th century, a prominent architect named Kaylab al-Misri left a lasting legacy through his innovative designs and construction of several iconic buildings and mosques in Cairo, Egypt. His architectural masterpieces are still admired and visited by people from all over the world.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Decades
Kaylab by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Kaylab was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | #4747 | 3 | 1 |
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- Kieron 4,547
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- Kye 4,012
- Kit 3,529
FAQ
Kaylab: questions and answers
How popular is the name Kaylab in the UK right now?
In 2015, Kaylab was ranked #4747 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Kaylab most popular?
The peak year on record was 2015, with 3 babies registered as Kaylab in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Kaylab?
A variant spelling of the Arabic name Khalid, meaning "immortal" or "eternal".
How many people are called Kaylab in the UK?
A total of 3 babies have been registered as Kaylab across the 1 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.