Kylon

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Pronounced KIE-lən /ˈkaɪ.lən/High

Meaning: Narrows, channel, straitMedium

In 30 seconds: Kylon comes from Ancient Greek and means 'narrows, channel, strait', describing a tight passage of water.

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Origin MediumAncient Greek

MeaningNarrows, channel, strait

U.S. rank (2025)#2699 ↗ Rising

2025 U.S. births48 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2016

Total births (all-time)≈ 1,432

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

Kylon traces to Ancient Greek, where it carries the meaning of a narrows or channel, a strait between bodies of land. Its history runs through that older Greek word, and the name survives in latinized and transcribed forms rather than as a common given name.

The recorded variation Cylon is the latinized spelling, while Kulon is an alternate transcription of the same Greek source. The name moves in three syllables, KY-lon, with a hard, distinct sound.

Did you know? Kylon is a spelling variant of Kylan, so it keeps the same core meaning of 'narrows, channel, strait' while changing the visual style.

Overall data confidence 78%

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Variations

Cylon (latinized form)Kulon (variant transcription)

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Dylan— A familiar name with a close sound to Kylon's two-beat pattern.

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Kylon mean?

Kylon is usually explained as meaning 'narrows, channel, strait' and is most often linked with Ancient Greek tradition.

How do you pronounce Kylon?

It's commonly said KIE-lən /ˈkaɪ.lən/.

Is Kylon a boy or girl name?

In this batch and in recent U.S. usage data, Kylon is used as a boy name.

How popular is Kylon?

In 2024, Kylon ranked #2764 in the U.S. for boys, with 47 births recorded.