Kailyn Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationKAY-lin / /ˈkeɪ.lɪn/Irish; English
Meaning
Irish: slender; English: keeper of the keys
Historical & Cultural Background
Kailyn is a modern name that has gained popularity in English-speaking countries. It is often considered a variation of the name Caitlin, which has Irish roots. The name has been embraced for its melodic sound and contemporary feel, appealing to parents looking for unique yet familiar names.
Trend Summary
Kailyn has seen a steady rise in popularity in the United States since the early 2000s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Kaelyn
- Kailynn
International Variants
- Caolainn (Irish)
- Caitlin (Irish)
Famous people named Kailyn
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kailyn was first seen in the United States in 1981. Kailyn has ranked as high as #689 nationally, which occurred in 2011, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Florida, New York, and Georgia. In the past 5 years the name Kailyn has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kailyn (2024)
State | Births | Share |
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TX | 23 | |
FL | 11 | |
CA | 10 | |
GA | 7 | |
VA | 7 | |
NC | 6 | |
OH | 6 | |
AL | 6 | |
NJ | 5 | |
AZ | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
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1981 | 6 |
1982 | 11 |
1983 | 16 |
1984 | 17 |
1985 | 29 |
1986 | 40 |
1987 | 57 |
1988 | 70 |
1989 | 103 |
1990 | 93 |
1991 | 120 |
1992 | 160 |
1993 | 212 |
1994 | 246 |
1995 | 246 |
1996 | 295 |
1997 | 306 |
1998 | 355 |
1999 | 389 |
2000 | 431 |
2001 | 399 |
2002 | 438 |
2003 | 499 |
2004 | 533 |
2005 | 583 |
2006 | 626 |
2007 | 663 |
2008 | 706 |
2009 | 706 |
2010 | 696 |
2011 | 793 |
2012 | 623 |
2013 | 609 |
2014 | 604 |
2015 | 436 |
2016 | 355 |
2017 | 298 |
2018 | 264 |
2019 | 247 |
2020 | 193 |
2021 | 180 |
2022 | 158 |
2023 | 154 |
2024 | 133 |