US Popularity:6496
Origin:Modern
Other Origin(s):German, Greek, Irish, Spanish, Welsh
Meaning:Keeper of the keys; Pure
Kaylan is a modern gender-neutral name with roots in several languages. Kaylan takes inspiration from the Irish name Caolán, meaning “slender.” Kaylan and similar monikers are often thought to be combinations of the names Kay and Lyn, giving little ones who carry these titles plenty of meanings to consider. Kay derives from the Greek word katharós, meaning “clean” or “pure,” perhaps symbolizing baby’s kind and loving spirit. Lyn is closely linked to the Welsh word lyn, meaning “lake,” and the name Linda, which translates to “beautiful” in Spanish or “soft” and “tender” in German.

How Popular Is The Name Kaylan?

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Kaylan is currently #4693 on The Bump
Boy:Kaylan is currently #2637 on The Bump Boy Names
Girl:Kaylan is currently #3120 on The Bump Girl Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Kaylan is currently #6496 in U.S. births
Boy:Kaylan is currently #4483 in U.S. births
Girl:Kaylan is currently #6494 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2024
Gender:
Girl
#6494
in 2024
+ 1742
from 2023
In comparison to the previous year's data
Sources
  • Behind the Name, Kaylan, June 2023

  • Behind the Name, Caolán, June 2023

  • Behind the Name, Kaylyn, January 2022

  • Name Doctor, Kay (2)

  • Behind the Name, Lynn, June 2019

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