Kylan
Gender: Mostly Boy
Meaning: Narrow strait, slender
Origin: Irish/Gaelic (variant)
Popularity: Ranked #579 in 2025 with 507 babies born.
History: Kylan surged in the 2010s-2020s as a modern American creation. The Ky- prefix carries the energy of Kyle, while the -lan ending softens it. The name emerged from the American naming laboratory — where parents combine familiar sounds into fresh creations. Kylan represents the experimental spirit of American naming, always building something new from known elements.
Name length: 5 letters
How common is Kylan? About 1 in 6,141 babies born in 2025 were named Kylan, or roughly 1.5 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Kylan
What does the name Kylan mean?
Kylan means “Narrow strait, slender” from Irish/Gaelic (variant) roots.
What is the origin of the name Kylan?
Kylan has Irish/Gaelic (variant) origin. The traditional meaning is “Narrow strait, slender”.
How popular is Kylan?
Kylan ranked #578 in 2025 — given to 507 babies that year.
When was Kylan most popular?
Kylan peaked in 2022 with 576 babies registered that year.
Is Kylan a boy or girl name?
Kylan is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Kylans in registered births are male.
Is the name Kylan rising or falling in popularity?
Kylan has risen 4971 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #5549 in 2020 to #578 in 2025.
How long has Kylan been recorded?
Kylan appears in birth records across 53 years — from 1969 through 2025.