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Caelan

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Pronounced KAY-lun /ˈkeɪ.lən/Medium

Meaning: From the Irish Caolan, a form built on caol ('slender; narrow'). Traditionally a boy's name; used here for a girl, which we note.Low

In 30 seconds: An Irish name: Caelan means 'slender' (said 'KAY-lun'). Usually a boy's name - we note the lean.
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Origin MediumIrish
MeaningFrom the Irish Caolan, a form built on caol ('slender; narrow'). Traditionally a boy's name; used here for a girl, which we note.
U.S. rank (2023)#11353 ↗ Rising
2023 U.S. births8 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2003
Total births (all-time)≈ 659

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 200319902023

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Caelan is an Irish name, 'slender,' traditionally a boy's name; used here for a girl, which we note - rare in the U.S. (said 'KAY-lun').

It is rare in the U.S., and more often a boy's name.

Did you know? Caelan comes from the Irish Caolan ('slender'), from caol - a soft, Gaelic name that is usually given to boys, used here for a girl, which we note (said 'KAY-lun').
Overall data confidence 42%
References - Caelan — Irish 'slender' (from caol); usually a boy's name

Variations

CaolanKaelanCaelin

Nicknames

CaeLan

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Caelan mean?

Caelan is an Irish name meaning 'slender'; it is traditionally a boy's name.

How do you pronounce Caelan?

It's said KAY-lun /ˈkeɪ.lən/ - two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Caelan a boy or girl name?

Here Caelan is used as a girl's name; note it is traditionally a boy's name in Ireland.

How popular is Caelan?

Caelan is rare in the U.S., and more often given to boys.

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