Keylan
Keylan is a boy's name of Contemporary origin.
Meaning
Slender or fair (if linked to Gaelic Caelan), or modern created name.
Origin and history
Keylan is a modern invention, likely created as a blend or variation of names like Kaelan, Keelan, or Caelan, which have Irish and Gaelic roots. It gained traction in the late 20th and early 21st centuries as part of the broader trend of names ending in -lan or -lyn. In the United States, it remains an uncommon choice for boys.
Popularity in the United States
1,018 babies in the United States have been named Keylan since 1880. It ranks #3665 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1760.
States where it is most popular
- TX (62.6 %)
- TN (12.6 %)
- FL (7.5 %)
- GA (2.8 %)
- LA (2.8 %)
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 | 5 |
| 1990-2000 | 141 |
| 2000-2010 | 358 |
| 2010-2019 | 347 |
| 2020-2029 | 167 |
Fun facts
- Keylan emerged alongside popular late-20th-century names featuring the 'Kay-' prefix and the '-lan' suffix.
- While modern in form, it is often chosen by parents looking for a contemporary twist on traditional Irish names like Keelan.