Kallen
Gender: Mostly Boy
Meaning: Bright, shining light
Origin: Irish/Scottish
Popularity: Ranked #1302 in 2025 with 150 babies born.
History: A variant or related form of Aileen. Shares the meaning 'Bright, shining light.'
Similar names: kaleen, kaleena, kalen, kalena, kaelen, kaileen, kailen, kalmen
Name length: 6 letters
How common is Kallen? About 1 in 21,066 babies born in 2025 were named Kallen, or roughly 0.4 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Kallen
What does the name Kallen mean?
Kallen means “Bright, shining light” from Irish/Scottish roots.
What is the origin of the name Kallen?
Kallen has Irish/Scottish origin. The traditional meaning is “Bright, shining light”.
How popular is Kallen?
Kallen ranked #1297 in 2025 — given to 150 babies that year.
When was Kallen most popular?
Kallen peaked in 2014 with 159 babies registered that year.
Is Kallen a boy or girl name?
Kallen is used for both boys and girls. In the records, about 88% of Kallens are boys and 12% are girls.
Is the name Kallen rising or falling in popularity?
Kallen has risen 9243 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #10540 in 2020 to #1297 in 2025.
How long has Kallen been recorded?
Kallen appears in birth records across 45 years — from 1963 through 2025.