Kailin Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationKAY-lin / /ˈkeɪ.lɪn/Irish; Chinese
Meaning
slender; sea
Historical & Cultural Background
In Irish, Kailin is derived from 'Caol', meaning slender or narrow, often used as a term of endearment. In Chinese, it can be associated with '海' (hǎi), meaning sea, reflecting a connection to nature and water.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Kailyn
- Kailen
International Variants
- Kailin (Chinese)
- Caolán (Irish)
Famous people named Kailin
Kailin Curran — mixed martial artist.
Kailin See — artist.
Fictional characters named Kailin
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kailin was first seen in the United States in 1991. Kailin has ranked as high as #1227 nationally, which occurred in 1994, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Kailin has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kailin
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1991 | 7 |
| 1993 | 6 |
| 1994 | 10 |
| 1995 | 8 |
| 1996 | 8 |
| 1998 | 6 |
| 2000 | 10 |
| 2003 | 6 |
| 2004 | 9 |
| 2005 | 10 |
| 2006 | 6 |
| 2007 | 5 |
| 2008 | 8 |
| 2009 | 8 |
| 2011 | 6 |
| 2013 | 9 |
| 2014 | 8 |
| 2015 | 5 |
| 2016 | 6 |
| 2018 | 5 |
| 2019 | 7 |
| 2020 | 6 |
| 2021 | 7 |
| 2022 | 7 |
| 2023 | 9 |
| 2024 | 7 |