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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Slender, from the Irish root caol
- Origin
- Irish Gaelic (related to Caolán)
- Gender
- Used for both boys and girls
- Pronunciation
- KAY-luhn
Caelan is an Irish Gaelic name related to Caolán, carrying the meaning "slender" from the Irish root caol. It's a name with a clear linguistic home rather than a made-up sound, which can matter if you're looking for something with real roots. Since 1990, U.S. Social Security data has tracked it as a used, if uncommon, choice.
Meaning & Origin of Caelan
Meaning: Slender, from the Irish root caol.
Origin: Irish Gaelic (related to Caolán).
How to Pronounce Caelan
KAY-luhnIPA /ˈkeɪlən/
Popularity of Caelan
Caelan's high point came in 2001, when 135 babies were given the name and it ranked #1068. By 2024 that had fallen to just 35 babies and a rank of #3330.
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FAQ
What does the name Caelan mean?
Slender, from the Irish root caol.
How do you pronounce Caelan?
Caelan is pronounced KAY-luhn (IPA: /ˈkeɪlən/).
Is Caelan a popular name right now?
Caelan peaked at #1068 in 2001 and is ranked #3330 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1990–2024.)
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