Caylen

American variation of Caitlin or Kaylin

Caylen Origin and Meaning

The name Caylen is a girl's name.

Caylen is a modern feminine name with multiple possible origins. It could be a variant spelling of Cailin, derived from the Irish Gaelic term for 'girl' or 'maiden.' Alternatively, it might be related to the Scottish surname MacKaylan or a feminine form of Calen, which has Greek roots meaning 'beautiful.' The name has a contemporary feel with its 'ay' sound and -en ending, similar to popular names like Jaylen or Kaylen. Though not among the most common names, Caylen has maintained modest usage in English-speaking countries since the 1990s, appealing to parents seeking something relatively uncommon yet familiar-sounding.