Calen
Gender: Boy
Meaning: Bright, shining light
Origin: Irish/Scottish
Popularity: Ranked #3323 in 2025 with 35 babies born.
History: A variant or related form of Aileen. Shares the meaning 'Bright, shining light.'
Similar names: caleena, callen, caelen, calden, carlen, carlena, caylen, cale
Name length: 5 letters
How common is Calen? About 1 in 95,100 babies born in 2025 were named Calen, or roughly 0.1 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Calen
What does the name Calen mean?
Calen means “Bright, shining light” from Irish/Scottish roots.
What is the origin of the name Calen?
Calen has Irish/Scottish origin. The traditional meaning is “Bright, shining light”.
How popular is Calen?
Calen ranked #3314 in 2025 — given to 35 babies that year.
When was Calen most popular?
Calen peaked in 2011 with 103 babies registered that year.
Is Calen a boy or girl name?
Calen is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Calens in registered births are male.
Is the name Calen rising or falling in popularity?
Calen has fallen 541 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #2773 in 2020 to #3314 in 2025.
How long has Calen been recorded?
Calen appears in birth records across 49 years — from 1977 through 2025.