Kaylan Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationKAY-lan / /ˈkeɪ.lən/English; Irish
Meaning
English: slender; Irish: a variant of Caelan meaning 'slender'
Historical & Cultural Background
Kaylan is a modern name that has gained popularity in English-speaking countries. It is often considered a feminine variant of the name Caelan, which has Irish roots. The name reflects contemporary naming trends that favor unique and phonetic spellings. Its usage has been influenced by the rise of names ending in '-lan' or '-lyn'.
Trend Summary
Kaylan has seen a rise in popularity in the United States, particularly in the late 20th and early 21st centuries.
Similar Names
Variants
- Kailan
- Kaelan
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kaylan was first seen in the United States in 1970. Kaylan has ranked as high as #1028 nationally, which occurred in 1997, and has been most popular in Texas, California, North Carolina, Georgia, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Kaylan has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kaylan (2013)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 10 | |
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1970 | 5 |
| 1979 | 6 |
| 1980 | 18 |
| 1981 | 32 |
| 1982 | 24 |
| 1983 | 95 |
| 1984 | 81 |
| 1985 | 81 |
| 1986 | 64 |
| 1987 | 63 |
| 1988 | 104 |
| 1989 | 115 |
| 1990 | 127 |
| 1991 | 98 |
| 1992 | 149 |
| 1993 | 156 |
| 1994 | 178 |
| 1995 | 165 |
| 1996 | 170 |
| 1997 | 231 |
| 1998 | 211 |
| 1999 | 193 |
| 2000 | 215 |
| 2001 | 167 |
| 2002 | 148 |
| 2003 | 140 |
| 2004 | 102 |
| 2005 | 131 |
| 2006 | 144 |
| 2007 | 113 |
| 2008 | 109 |
| 2009 | 119 |
| 2010 | 114 |
| 2011 | 94 |
| 2012 | 85 |
| 2013 | 63 |
| 2014 | 37 |
| 2015 | 46 |
| 2016 | 37 |
| 2017 | 28 |
| 2018 | 19 |
| 2019 | 26 |
| 2020 | 21 |
| 2021 | 15 |
| 2022 | 19 |
| 2023 | 13 |
| 2024 | 18 |