Kalynn Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Kalynn is a modern American name that combines elements from Kay and Lynn, with meanings associated with purity and warrior traits. The name has evolved from traditional Gaelic roots and gained popularity in the late 20th century due to a desire for unique spellings. It does not have biblical significance, but it is well-regarded in contemporary culture.
The name Kalynn is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the South 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, Kalynn has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Kalynn' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 9965th out of 16616 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 6826th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 6814th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1857th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1750th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3271st out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Kalynn' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Kalynn"
Pronunciation
/kəˈlɪn/
Origin
Modern American
Etymology
Kalynn is a modern variation of the name Kay, which is derived from the Gaelic name Cathán, meaning 'battle' or 'warrior'. The name Kalynn combines the elements of Kay and Lynn, with Lynn often meaning 'lake' or 'waterfall' in Welsh.
Meaning
pure, warrior
Language Evolution
Kay, Catherine, Cathy, Kailyn
Historical Usage
Kalynn gained popularity in the late 20th century as part of a trend towards unique and modern spellings of traditional names, particularly among American parents.
Variants & Derivatives
Kailynn, Kaylin, Cailyn, Kalyne
Modern Popularity & Image
Kalynn is perceived as a trendy and modern name, often associated with individuality and creativity. It is popular among younger generations.
Famous People
Kalynn Kauffman, an American artist known for her contemporary works., Kalynn McRae, a notable influencer in the fashion industry.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Kalynn"
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 "Kalynn"
"Kalynn" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 9965th of 16616 | 33 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 6826th of 12526 | 54 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 6814th of 19264 | 103 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1857th of 27321 | 1,103 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1750th of 35406 | 1,822 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 3271st of 30306 | 591 |
Regional Popularity of "Kalynn" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Kalynn" 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) |
41.25% 1520th/3685 |
62.06% 2777th/4475 |
35.23% 1830th/5194 |
39.54% 2498th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
30.29% 1388th/4582 |
50.14% 2589th/5164 |
21.74% 1590th/7313 |
38.15% 2847th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
67.09% 2673rd/3984 |
- |
42.55% 2903rd/6822 |
80.77% 5069th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Kalynn"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Kalynn" 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.