Kailin Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationKAY-lin / /ˈkeɪ.lɪn/Irish; Chinese
Meaning
Irish: slender; Chinese: a combination of characters meaning 'beautiful' or 'jade'
Historical & Cultural Background
In Irish culture, the name Kailin is often associated with the meaning of slender or fair. In Chinese culture, it can be derived from various characters that convey beauty or preciousness. The name has gained popularity in various cultures, reflecting a blend of influences. It is often used as a feminine name in modern contexts.
Trend Summary
Kailin has seen a moderate rise in popularity in recent years in the United States.
Similar Names
Variants
- Kaelin
- Kaylin
International Variants
- Kailin (Chinese)
- Caelin (Irish)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kailin was first seen in the United States in 1981. Kailin has ranked as high as #1202 nationally, which occurred in 1997, and has been most popular in California, New York, Pennsylvania, Texas, and Arizona. In the past 5 years the name Kailin has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kailin (2022)
State | Births | Share |
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CA | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
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1981 | 6 |
1982 | 8 |
1983 | 7 |
1984 | 7 |
1985 | 10 |
1986 | 5 |
1987 | 10 |
1988 | 16 |
1989 | 30 |
1990 | 23 |
1991 | 21 |
1992 | 31 |
1993 | 35 |
1994 | 34 |
1995 | 41 |
1996 | 47 |
1997 | 57 |
1998 | 43 |
1999 | 30 |
2000 | 56 |
2001 | 44 |
2002 | 43 |
2003 | 38 |
2004 | 56 |
2005 | 35 |
2006 | 53 |
2007 | 33 |
2008 | 53 |
2009 | 25 |
2010 | 40 |
2011 | 34 |
2012 | 24 |
2013 | 34 |
2014 | 22 |
2015 | 21 |
2016 | 20 |
2017 | 18 |
2018 | 12 |
2019 | 9 |
2020 | 13 |
2021 | 11 |
2022 | 24 |
2023 | 10 |
2024 | 17 |