US Popularity:4227
Origin:Irish
Meaning:slim and fair; who is like God; keeper of the keys; pure
Kaylyn is a modern girl's name with international ties. The meaning of Kaylyn is “clean,” “clear,” and "pure," stemming from the nickname Kay, connected to the Greek Katherine. With so many positive and virtuous interpretations, baby Kaylyn couldn't possibly be anything but a dream! Kaylyn hits the sweet spot of being recognizable and familiar while also enjoying status as a rare and unique choice for baby. It is related to the names Kayla and Kaylin.
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Kaylyn Name Popularity Data

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Kaylyn is currently #3772 on The Bump
Girl:Kaylyn is currently #2546 on The Bump Girl Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Kaylyn is currently #4227 in U.S. births
Girl:Kaylyn is currently #2360 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2023
#2360
in 2023
+ 180
from 2022
In comparison to the previous year's data

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Sources

  • Behind the Name, Kaylyn, January 2022

  • Name Doctor, Kaylyn

  • Behind the Name, Kay (1), January 2019

  • Behind the Name, Katherine, May 2020

  • 100,000+ Baby Names by Bruce Lansky, pg. 184

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