Kalan

♂ Boy

Pronounced KAY-lən /ˈkeɪ.lən/High

Meaning: From Irish — possibly 'slender' (caol) or a form of Cathalan, 'little powerful warrior'; routes debatedLow

In 30 seconds: Soft and Irish-rooted: Kalan is possibly 'slender' or 'little powerful warrior'. Sleek, modern, and warm.

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Origin MediumIrish, American

MeaningFrom Irish — possibly 'slender' (caol) or a form of Cathalan, 'little powerful warrior'; routes debated

U.S. rank (2025)#4087 ↗ Rising

2025 U.S. births26 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year1993

Total births (all-time)≈ 1,346

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

Kalan comes from Irish — possibly from caol, 'slender', or a form of Cathalan, 'little powerful warrior' (routes debated, which we note). A sleek, modern name (also a Hawaiian word, 'time/sun').

It registers thinly in records. Rare, slender-or-warrior at the (likely) root, and sleek.

Did you know? Kalan ties to Irish roots — possibly caol, 'slender', or Cathalan, 'little powerful warrior'; a sleek, modern name.

Overall data confidence 58%

References — Kalan — routes debated

Variations

KalenKallanCalan

Nicknames

Kal

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Kalan mean?

Kalan is Irish, possibly 'slender' or 'little powerful warrior'; the routes are debated.

How do you pronounce Kalan?

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

Is Kalan a boy or girl name?

Kalan is a boy's name.

How popular is Kalan?

Kalan is a rare name in the U.S.