Cailean: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: c-ah-eel-eh-ahn
Origin: Scotland
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Updated on Apr 14, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: Western Europe
Meaning: Cailean means 'slender'.

The name Cailean is of Scottish origin, derived from the Gaelic name Caelan, which means "slender" or "fair-haired." The name has been used in Scotland for centuries and has also been adopted in other English-speaking countries. Cailean is significant because it reflects the rich cultural heritage of Scotland and the Gaelic language.

Cailean Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Cailean is currently #32413 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Boy: Cailean is currently #13557 on Kiindred Boy Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Cailean is currently #16284 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-male Boy Unique: Cailean is currently #6871 on Kiindred Boy Unique Names

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