Find out how popular the first name Kaylinn has been for the last 35 years (from 1989 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Kaylinn by gender

Based on the last 35 years of data, Kaylinn is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 7 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Kaylinn.

The history of the first name Kaylinn

The name Kaylinn is a relatively modern English variant of the traditional Scottish name Cailean or Callan. It emerged in the late 20th century, likely as a feminine form of the male name Kaylen or Kalen. The name's roots can be traced back to the Gaelic word "callan" or "caillean," which means "bright-headed" or "young lad."

The earliest recorded instances of the name Cailean or Callan date back to the Middle Ages in Scotland. It was a popular name among Scottish clans and noble families, particularly in the Highlands. Some historical records suggest that the name may have been derived from the Latin name "Colinus," which itself came from the Roman family name "Columna."

While the name Kaylinn is a modern invention, the traditional Scottish name Cailean has been associated with several notable figures throughout history. One of the most famous was Cailean Mór (or Colin the Great), a 13th-century Scottish warrior and chief of the Clan MacKenzie. Another notable bearer of the name was Cailean Óg (or Colin the Younger), a 16th-century Scottish lord and chief of the Clan MacLean.

Beyond Scotland, the name Cailean and its variants have appeared in various historical records and texts. In Ireland, it was sometimes anglicized as "Callan" or "Callahan." In England, a similar name, "Collin," was derived from the Old French form of the Latin "Colinus."

As the name Kaylinn is a modern creation, there are few historical figures who bore this precise spelling. However, some notable individuals with similar names include Kaylyn Stevenson (born 1985), an American actress, and Kaylynn Roberson (born 1982), an American basketball player. Additionally, the name Kaylen or Kalen has been borne by figures such as Kaylen Loyd (born 1995), an American football player, and Kalen Schlatter (born 1992), a Canadian actress.

Data source

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