Kaylan
Kaylan is a boy's name of Contemporary origin.
Meaning
Slender, fair, or rejoiced; often used as a modern invented name.
Origin and history
Kaylan is a modern invention, often derived as a variant of Caelan, Kaelan, or Kaylen. It gained usage in the late 20th century in the United States for both boys and girls. In recent years, it remains a relatively rare choice for American males.
Popularity in the United States
801 babies in the United States have been named Kaylan since 1880. It ranks #3875 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1828.
States where it is most popular
- TX (70.6 %)
- IL (29.4 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 84 |
| 1990-2000 | 237 |
| 2000-2010 | 204 |
| 2010-2019 | 177 |
| 2020-2029 | 99 |
Fun facts
- Kaylan is a contemporary phonetic spelling that blends elements of names like Kay and Caelan.
- While used for males, Kaylan has also been given to females in the United States.