Kaylen: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: k-ahyl-ehn
Origin: United States
gender-male

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Updated on Apr 14, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: North America
Meaning: A variant of the name Kaylyn

Kaylen is a masculine name of English and Irish origin, derived from the name Kaylyn. Kaylen it combines the phonetic elements 'kay'and 'lyn, 'offering a versatile and charming choice for baby girls. Kaylen, The name is believed to mean 'pure'and 'slender, 'reflecting its Irish heritage. Kaylen has gained popularity over the years, with notable namesakes in sports, such as American race car driver Kaylen Frederick and Australian canoeist Kaylen Bassett. Kaylen, The name is pronounced as 'KAY-lin'and has various spellings like Kaelyn, and Kailyn. Kaylen, Irish heritage.

Kaylen Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Kaylen is currently #5411 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Boy: Kaylen is currently #2350 on Kiindred Boy Names
gender-male Overall Nature: Kaylen is currently #2634 on Kiindred Nature Names
gender-male Boy Nature: Kaylen is currently #1164 on Kiindred Boy Nature Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Kaylen is currently #2707 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-male Boy Unique: Kaylen is currently #1198 on Kiindred Boy Unique Names

Popularity Trend Chart

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