Kelan Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Kelan is an Irish name meaning 'slender' or 'narrow'. It evolved from the historical form 'Caolán' and reflects traits of uniqueness and creativity. There is no biblical relevance associated with the name, and it has gained popularity primarily in the 20th century.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Kelan"
Pronunciation
/ˈkeɪlən/
Origin
Irish
Etymology
The name Kelan is derived from the Irish name 'Caolán', which means 'slender' or 'narrow'.
Meaning
slender, narrow
Language Evolution
Caolán, Kelan
Historical Usage
The name Kelan has been used in Ireland for many centuries, but it gained broader popularity in the 20th century as a modern name.
Variants & Derivatives
Caelan, Kaylan, Kailan
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Kelan is viewed as a unique and modern name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Kelan Phil Cohran, American musician, Kelan McKinnon, Canadian football player
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Boy Name Trend
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 201 peak births in 2007
Geographic Spread
Popular across 21 US states, with strongest presence in Georgia
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 5 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Kelan"
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 "Kelan"
"Kelan" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 5303rd of 7552 | 27 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 4802nd of 10718 | 73 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 2905th of 16616 | 325 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2025th of 24088 | 981 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 3484th of 23106 | 384 |
Regional Popularity of "Kelan" 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) |
- | - |
52.45% 2724th/5194 |
- |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
46.05% 2110th/4582 |
58.11% 3001st/5164 |
24.75% 1810th/7313 |
38.34% 2861st/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
47.80% 3261st/6822 |
75.38% 4731st/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Kelan" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Kelan"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Kelan" 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.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Kelan" in the United States
The name Kelan is most popular in Georgia, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy 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. From 2020-2022, Kelan has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Kelan' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 5303rd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4802nd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2905th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2025th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3484th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Kelan' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.