Kaylyn Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationKAY-lin / /ˈkeɪ.lɪn/Irish; American
Meaning
Irish: slender; American: combination of Kay and Lynn
Historical & Cultural Background
Kaylyn is a modern name that has gained popularity in the United States since the late 20th century. It is often considered a blend of the names Kay and Lynn, reflecting a trend in American naming practices to create unique variations. The name has roots in Irish culture, where similar names are derived from the word for 'slender'. Its appeal lies in its melodic sound and contemporary feel.
Trend Summary
Kaylyn has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, peaking in the early 2000s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Kaelyn
- Kailyn
- Cailin
International Variants
- Cailín (Irish)
Famous people named Kaylyn
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kaylyn was first seen in the United States in 1949. Kaylyn has ranked as high as #814 nationally, which occurred in 1997, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Florida, New York, and Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Kaylyn has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kaylyn (2024)
State | Births | Share |
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TX | 8 | |
IN | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
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1949 | 5 |
1950 | 5 |
1953 | 6 |
1956 | 5 |
1957 | 5 |
1958 | 5 |
1959 | 9 |
1960 | 7 |
1961 | 10 |
1962 | 11 |
1963 | 15 |
1964 | 19 |
1965 | 11 |
1966 | 7 |
1967 | 16 |
1968 | 21 |
1969 | 14 |
1970 | 13 |
1971 | 11 |
1972 | 12 |
1973 | 13 |
1974 | 15 |
1975 | 11 |
1976 | 14 |
1977 | 10 |
1978 | 11 |
1979 | 15 |
1980 | 19 |
1981 | 17 |
1982 | 29 |
1983 | 38 |
1984 | 45 |
1985 | 72 |
1986 | 101 |
1987 | 160 |
1988 | 197 |
1989 | 263 |
1990 | 315 |
1991 | 287 |
1992 | 383 |
1993 | 398 |
1994 | 459 |
1995 | 436 |
1996 | 419 |
1997 | 462 |
1998 | 437 |
1999 | 443 |
2000 | 437 |
2001 | 392 |
2002 | 430 |
2003 | 408 |
2004 | 396 |
2005 | 420 |
2006 | 409 |
2007 | 462 |
2008 | 411 |
2009 | 413 |
2010 | 356 |
2011 | 354 |
2012 | 277 |
2013 | 255 |
2014 | 201 |
2015 | 192 |
2016 | 167 |
2017 | 131 |
2018 | 118 |
2019 | 101 |
2020 | 74 |
2021 | 97 |
2022 | 70 |
2023 | 77 |
2024 | 58 |