Kaylin Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationKAY-lin / /ˈkeɪ.lɪn/Irish; American
Meaning
Irish: slender; American: combination of Kay and Lynn
Historical & Cultural Background
Kaylin is a modern name that has gained popularity in the United States. It is often considered a combination of the names Kay and Lynn, which have their own distinct origins. The name has been used in various forms and has become popular among parents looking for unique yet familiar names for girls.
Trend Summary
Kaylin has seen a steady rise in popularity in the United States since the early 2000s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Kaelin
- Kailyn
- Cailin
International Variants
- Caolinn (Irish)
- Cailin (Irish)
Famous people named Kaylin
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kaylin was first seen in the United States in 1953. Kaylin has ranked as high as #671 nationally, which occurred in 2008, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Florida, and Georgia. In the past 5 years the name Kaylin has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kaylin (2024)
State | Births | Share |
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CA | 16 | |
FL | 16 | |
TX | 11 | |
GA | 8 | |
WA | 7 | |
NY | 7 | |
NC | 6 | |
VA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
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1953 | 5 |
1956 | 6 |
1961 | 7 |
1962 | 9 |
1963 | 8 |
1964 | 5 |
1965 | 10 |
1966 | 6 |
1968 | 7 |
1969 | 13 |
1970 | 11 |
1971 | 7 |
1973 | 7 |
1974 | 9 |
1975 | 7 |
1977 | 6 |
1978 | 7 |
1979 | 15 |
1980 | 13 |
1981 | 22 |
1982 | 31 |
1983 | 60 |
1984 | 71 |
1985 | 91 |
1986 | 102 |
1987 | 159 |
1988 | 208 |
1989 | 247 |
1990 | 292 |
1991 | 301 |
1992 | 324 |
1993 | 419 |
1994 | 462 |
1995 | 541 |
1996 | 496 |
1997 | 593 |
1998 | 586 |
1999 | 602 |
2000 | 632 |
2001 | 625 |
2002 | 587 |
2003 | 677 |
2004 | 699 |
2005 | 751 |
2006 | 799 |
2007 | 868 |
2008 | 869 |
2009 | 866 |
2010 | 807 |
2011 | 772 |
2012 | 666 |
2013 | 664 |
2014 | 567 |
2015 | 467 |
2016 | 356 |
2017 | 283 |
2018 | 285 |
2019 | 259 |
2020 | 207 |
2021 | 216 |
2022 | 192 |
2023 | 144 |
2024 | 155 |