Caelan Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationKAY-lan / /ˈkeɪ.lən/Irish; Scottish; English
Meaning
slender; narrow (Irish); victorious (Scottish)
Historical & Cultural Background
In Irish, Caelan is derived from 'caol,' meaning 'slender' or 'narrow,' often used in reference to physical attributes. The Scottish variant is linked to the name 'Cailean,' which means 'victorious' and has historical significance in Scottish culture. In English contexts, it has been adopted as a modern name with a blend of these meanings.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Kaelan
- Kailan
- Kailen
International Variants
- Caelan (Irish)
- Kailan (English)
Famous people named Caelan
Caelan O'Connor — Irish footballer.
Caelan McAleer — Irish actor.
Fictional characters named Caelan
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Caelan was first seen in the United States in 1992. Caelan has ranked as high as #1164 nationally, which occurred in 2001, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Pennsylvania, and North Carolina. In the past 5 years the name Caelan has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Caelan (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| VA | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1992 | 35 |
| 1993 | 26 |
| 1994 | 43 |
| 1995 | 69 |
| 1996 | 69 |
| 1997 | 110 |
| 1998 | 104 |
| 1999 | 105 |
| 2000 | 101 |
| 2001 | 135 |
| 2002 | 119 |
| 2003 | 76 |
| 2004 | 97 |
| 2005 | 53 |
| 2006 | 72 |
| 2007 | 67 |
| 2008 | 121 |
| 2009 | 93 |
| 2010 | 94 |
| 2011 | 88 |
| 2012 | 61 |
| 2013 | 67 |
| 2014 | 62 |
| 2015 | 53 |
| 2016 | 52 |
| 2017 | 61 |
| 2018 | 56 |
| 2019 | 68 |
| 2020 | 47 |
| 2021 | 56 |
| 2022 | 70 |
| 2023 | 61 |
| 2024 | 35 |