Keilyn Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Keilyn is a modern English name thought to derive from names like Kayla and Katelyn, meaning slender, fair, or pure. It evolved from these historical forms and has gained popularity since the late 20th century. While it has no biblical relevance, it is seen as a unique choice in contemporary naming trends.
The name Keilyn is most popular in Florida, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the Northeast 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, Keilyn has been stalled for female in Northeast, falling for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Keilyn' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 15579th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 7649th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 9000th out of 23106 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 13714th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3902nd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3435th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Keilyn' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Keilyn"
Pronunciation
/ˈkeɪlɪn/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
The name Keilyn is thought to be a modern invention, possibly deriving from names like Kayla or Katelyn, which have roots in Hebrew and Gaelic.
Meaning
Slender, fair, pure
Language Evolution
Kayla, Katelyn, Caitlin
Historical Usage
Keilyn has gained popularity in the late 20th and early 21st centuries, particularly in English-speaking countries, as parents seek unique and modern names for their children.
Variants & Derivatives
Kayla, Katelyn, Kailyn
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Keilyn is perceived as a trendy and modern name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Keilyn"
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 "Keilyn"
"Keilyn" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 15579th of 16616 | 6 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 7649th of 24088 | 139 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 9000th of 23106 | 91 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 13714th of 27321 | 50 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3902nd of 35406 | 580 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 3435th of 30306 | 552 |
Regional Popularity of "Keilyn" 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 "Keilyn" 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) |
- | - | - |
93.73% 5921st/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
45.86% 2368th/5164 |
43.10% 3152nd/7313 |
56.59% 4223rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
55.29% 2481st/4487 |
40.81% 2784th/6822 |
48.01% 3013th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Keilyn"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Keilyn" 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.