Kylin
Kylin is a boy's name of Contemporary origin.
Meaning
Narrow canal, strait, or slender; alternatively associated with the mythical Asian Qilin.
Origin and history
Kylin is a modern American name, likely created as a blend of Kyle and the popular '-lin' suffix, or inspired by the traditional Irish name Caelan. It can also refer to the Qilin, a mythical creature in Chinese mythology. In the United States, it is used as a unisex modern name that has gained steady popularity in recent decades.
Popularity in the United States
2,093 babies in the United States have been named Kylin since 1880. It ranks #2820 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1251.
States where it is most popular
- TX (12.7 %)
- LA (11.8 %)
- MS (10.2 %)
- OH (8.4 %)
- GA (8.3 %)
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 | 16 |
| 1990-2000 | 125 |
| 2000-2010 | 444 |
| 2010-2019 | 786 |
| 2020-2029 | 722 |
Fun facts
- Kylin arose in the late 20th century alongside similar modern invented names like Jaylen and Kyler.
- The name shares its sound with the Qilin (often spelled Kylin in older English transliterations), a auspicious chimerical creature in East Asian mythology.