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Origin: Gaelic

Meaning: Visit; Visiting

Ceilidh is a feminine name of Gaelic origin, meaning "visit" or "visiting." It comes from the Irish word ceili or the Scottish Gaelic cèilidh, a social gathering involving traditional Irish dancing and Gaelic folk music. Ceilidh is also derived from the Old Irish word céle with the lovely meaning of "companion." Over the years, it has been anglicized to Kayleigh, Kayley, or Kaylee. Rest assured, with Ceilidh around, you will always have a loyal companion.