Kylyn

♂ Boy

Pronounced KY-lin /ˈkaɪ.lɪn/High

Meaning: A spelling of Kylan/Kellan — from Irish, variously 'slender' and 'a mighty/powerful warrior'; used for both sexes; here for boys; routes layeredLow

In 30 seconds: Slender; a mighty warrior: Kylyn spells Kylan/Kellan. Crisp, modern, and warm. Used for both sexes (here for boys; said 'KY-lin').

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Origin LowIrish

MeaningA spelling of Kylan/Kellan — from Irish, variously 'slender' and 'a mighty/powerful warrior'; used for both sexes; here for boys; routes layered

U.S. rank (2024)#7052 ↗ Rising

2024 U.S. births12 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2021

Total births (all-time)≈ 141

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

Kylyn is a spelling of Kylan/Kellan — from Irish, variously 'slender' and 'a mighty/powerful warrior' (routes layered, which we note). Used for both sexes, here for boys (slug distinguished; said 'KY-lin'; nickname Ky).

In the U.S. it appears as a modern spelling. Rare in this form, slender-and-a-warrior at the root, and modern.

Did you know? Kylan/Kellan is variously 'slender' and 'a mighty/powerful warrior' (Irish) — Kylyn is a -lyn spelling, crisp and modern, used for both sexes (here for boys; the routes are layered, which we note; said 'KY-lin').

Overall data confidence 36%

References — Kylan — unisex; routes layered

Variations

KylanKellanKylen

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Kylyn mean?

Kylyn spells Kylan/Kellan — Irish variously 'slender' and 'a mighty warrior'; the routes are layered.

How do you pronounce Kylyn?

It's said KY-lin /ˈkaɪ.lɪn/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Kylyn a boy or girl name?

Kylyn is used for both sexes; this page covers its use as a boy's name.

How popular is Kylyn?

Kylyn is a rare name in the U.S.