Caelan Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Caelan originates from Ireland, meaning 'slender.' Its linguistic roots trace back to the Irish word 'caol.' Over time, it has evolved through variants like Caolán and Cailin. The name is characterized by its modern appeal and cultural significance, with no notable biblical background. It gained popularity in the late 20th century and is currently viewed as a distinctive name associated with creativity.
The name Caelan is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Caelan has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Caelan' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3525th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1510th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2363rd out of 23106 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 13827th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4258th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 11357th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Caelan' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Caelan"
Pronunciation
/ˈkeɪlən/
Origin
Irish
Etymology
The name Caelan is derived from the Irish word 'caol,' which means 'slender' or 'narrow.' It is often associated with the Gaelic word 'caile' which means 'a little girl' or 'slender one.'
Meaning
slender
Language Evolution
Caelan, Caolán, Cailin
Historical Usage
Caelan gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in Ireland and among Irish diaspora communities. It is often chosen for its lyrical sound and cultural significance.
Variants & Derivatives
Caolán, Cailin, Kaylan
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Caelan is perceived as a unique and modern name with a strong connection to Irish heritage, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Caelan O'Connor, Irish rugby player, Caelan O'Neill, Irish actor
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Caelan"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Caelan"
"Caelan" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 3525th of 16616 | 242 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1510th of 24088 | 1,496 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2363rd of 23106 | 688 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 13827th of 27321 | 49 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 4258th of 35406 | 514 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 11357th of 30306 | 96 |
Regional Popularity of "Caelan" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
67.73% 3031st/4475 |
51.44% 2672nd/5194 |
42.17% 2664th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
36.29% 1663rd/4582 |
36.83% 1902nd/5164 |
24.75% 1810th/7313 |
20.54% 1533rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
79.99% 3187th/3984 |
63.67% 2857th/4487 |
38.24% 2609th/6822 |
34.07% 2138th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Caelan" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
94.98% 4352nd/4582 |
69.33% 3580th/5164 |
87.19% 6376th/7313 |
62.05% 4631st/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Caelan"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Caelan" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.