Kellan Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Kellan is an Irish name meaning 'slender' or 'narrow,' with roots tracing back to the name Ceallach. It evolved through various forms before becoming popular in the late 20th century. The name is associated with positive traits and has no biblical relevance. Notable individuals with this name include actors and public figures.
The name Kellan is most popular in Washington, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the MidWest 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, Kellan has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, falling for male in South, stalled for female 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 female in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Kellan' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 7201st out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 9707th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1713th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 767th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 588th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 19264th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 7428th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 7832nd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 9797th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Kellan' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Kellan"
Pronunciation
/ˈkɛlən/
Origin
Irish
Etymology
The name Kellan is derived from the Irish name 'Ceallach,' which means 'slender' or 'narrow.' It is also associated with the word 'ceall,' meaning 'church.'
Meaning
slender, narrow, church
Language Evolution
Ceallach, Kellach, Kellan
Historical Usage
Kellan gained popularity in the late 20th century as a modern name choice, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Kell, Kellie, Kell
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Kellan is perceived as a trendy and modern name, often chosen for its unique sound and cultural roots.
Famous People
Kellan Lutz, Kellan Rhude
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Kellan"
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 "Kellan"
"Kellan" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 7201st of 7552 | 6 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 9707th of 10718 | 9 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1713th of 16616 | 702 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 767th of 24088 | 4,094 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 588th of 23106 | 5,726 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 19264th of 19264 | 5 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 7428th of 27321 | 156 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 7832nd of 35406 | 226 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 9797th of 30306 | 122 |
Regional Popularity of "Kellan" 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) |
- | - |
56.72% 2946th/5194 |
23.78% 1502nd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
14.58% 668th/4582 |
16.11% 832nd/5164 |
12.43% 909th/7313 |
8.75% 653rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
12.58% 501st/3984 |
10.76% 483rd/4487 |
9.84% 671st/6822 |
9.67% 607th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Kellan" 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) |
- | - |
94.65% 6922nd/7313 |
- |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Kellan"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Kellan" 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.