Kalen
k(a)-len
US Popularity:5228
Origin:Irish
Other Origin(s):Swedish
Meaning:Slender; Fair; Blessed; Spring source
Kalen is a gender-neutral name of Irish origin, meaning “slender,” “fair,” or “blessed.” This spelling is derived from the originals Caolán and Caoileann. Irish mythology brings out the beauty in ethereal beings, and your little bundle can embrace the magic in which their name is rooted. Kalen may also come from the Swedish name Kallen, meaning “spring source.” From the woodland nymphs of the Emerald Isle to the pulsing currents of more northern waters, baby Kalen will feel right at home in the ever-changing beauty of nature.
How Popular Is The Name Kalen?
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Kalen is currently #3591 on The Bump
Boy:Kalen is currently #2008 on The Bump Boy Names
Girl:Kalen is currently #2418 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Kalen is currently #5228 in U.S. births
Boy:Kalen is currently #2418 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2023
Gender:
Girl
#
in 2023
+ 16414
from 2022
Sources
Behind the Name, Caolán, June 2023
Behind the Name, Caoileann, June 2022
Ancestry, Kallen Family History
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