Kahlan

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Kahlan Pronunciation

Kahlan is pronounced KAY-lən /ˈkeɪ.lən/High

Meaning: A modern coined name, popularized by the heroine Kahlan in the Sword of Truth series; no traditional meaning; routes uncertainLow

In 30 seconds: A modern coinage: Kahlan is a coined character-name. Crisp, modern, and warm (said 'KAY-lən').

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Origin LowAmerican

MeaningA modern coined name, popularized by the heroine Kahlan in the Sword of Truth series; no traditional meaning; routes uncertain

U.S. rank (2024)#6483 ↗ Rising

2024 U.S. births18 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2010

Total births (all-time)≈ 1,474

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

History & Origin

Kahlan is a modern coined name, popularized by the heroine Kahlan Amnell in the Sword of Truth fantasy series (and its TV adaptation; we note the pop-culture origin). It has no traditional meaning (routes uncertain, which we flag honestly). A crisp, modern name (nickname Kah).

It registers thinly in records. Rare, a-modern-coinage, and crisp.

Did you know? Kahlan is a modern coined name, popularized by the heroine Kahlan Amnell in Terry Goodkind's Sword of Truth series — crisp and modern (we note the pop-culture origin; said 'KAY-lən').

Overall data confidence 35%

References — Kahlan — pop-culture coinage

Variations

KahlenKaelan

Nicknames

Kah

Themes & Styles

Uncertain English American Coinage

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Kahlan?

Kahlan is pronounced KAY-lən (/ˈkeɪ.lən/). Press play above to hear Kahlan said aloud.

How do you say Kahlan?

Kahlan is said KAY-lən (/ˈkeɪ.lən/). Press play above to hear Kahlan said aloud.

What does the name Kahlan mean?

Kahlan is a modern coined name (a Sword of Truth heroine); it has no traditional meaning, so we flag it.

Is Kahlan a boy or girl name?

Kahlan is a girl's name.

How popular is Kahlan?

Kahlan is a very rare, recent name in the U.S.