Kaylan
Boy name · 3 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Kaylan: 3 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 3 births in 2015.
The name Kaylan is a modern Gaelic-inspired variant, likely derived from the Irish and Scottish *Caolán* or *Caolán*, meaning “slender” or “narrow,” from the root *caol*. As a contemporary creation, it shares kinship with names like Kaelan, Calan, and Kaylen, and is often used for both boys and girls—though in Scotland it has been predominantly given to girls in recent decades. While no famous historical or celebrity Kaylans immediately spring to mind, the name carries a fresh, melodic appeal that fits well alongside other modern Celtic revivals. It bears no direct place-name connections, but its soft sound and unisex flexibility make it a popular choice for parents seeking a name that feels both Scottish-rooted and distinctly current.
Boy 1 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 20153 babies
- Latest (2015)
- #6863 babies
- Total births
- 3since 2015
- 5-year trend
- ≈ stablevs prior 5y