Kaylin
Kaylin is a boy's name of Contemporary origin.
Meaning
Slender, fair, or pure (derived from Gaelic Caelan or English Kay).
Origin and history
Kaylin is a modern English name created as a phonetic variant of names like Caelan or Caelen, or as a blend of Kay and the popular '-lin' suffix. Although more frequently given to girls in the United States, it has been continuously used as a masculine name in modest numbers. Its usage reflects a broader trend of contemporary soft-sounding, unisex name choices.
Popularity in the United States
627 babies in the United States have been named Kaylin since 1880. It ranks #4049 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1861.
States where it is most popular
- IL (50 %)
- NY (50 %)
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 | 28 |
| 1990-2000 | 187 |
| 2000-2010 | 187 |
| 2010-2019 | 159 |
| 2020-2029 | 66 |
Fun facts
- While predominantly feminine in total usage, Kaylin has maintained a consistent presence for boys in U.S. birth records.
- When used for boys, it is often considered a variant spelling of Caelan, an Irish name meaning slender.