Kellan
k(el)-lan
US Popularity:1729
Origin:Irish
Other Origin(s):Gaelic
Meaning:Slender, fair, Graceful; Beautiful; War
Kellan is a gender-neutral name of Gaelic and Irish origin. This name is believed to be an Anglicized version of the Irish name Caoilfhionn, with caoil meaning “slender” and fionn translating to “fair.” Kellan may also come from the Irish name Kelly, which has meanings ranging from "graceful" and "beautiful" to "war." Kellan has many spelling variations, including Kellen, Kellyn, and Keelan, providing an abundance of unique options for naming your little one.
Kellan Name Popularity Data
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Kellan is currently #1341 on The Bump
Boy:Kellan is currently #967 on The Bump Boy Names
Girl:Kellan is currently #728 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Kellan is currently #1729 in U.S. births
Boy:Kellan is currently #1806 in U.S. births
Girl:Kellan is currently #19752 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2022
Gender:
Girl
#19766
in 2022
- 2836
from 2021
Sources
100,000+ Baby Names by Bruce Lansky, pg. 447
Library Ireland, Caoilfhionn
Library Ireland, Ó Ceallaigh
Library Ireland, Ó Cadhla
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