Keelin
Below 5 births
2025 SSA
About Keelin
Keelin is a form of Keelan, the Anglicized phonetic form of Caelan or Caoilinn, said to be a unisex name but in practice used almost exclusively for boys. Girls would more often be called Keela, Keeley, or Keely.
Keelin for boys#9325 US
Keelin is a name with Irish Gaelic origins, traditionally used for both genders but more commonly for boys in its original context. Derived from 'Caolán' meaning 'slender' or 'thin,' it's sometimes anglicized as Keelan or Kealan. In modern usage, particularly in America, it has also been adopted as a feminine name. The name carries a melodic, Celtic sound that reflects its Irish heritage. Keelin has never been extremely common but experienced modest increased usage in the late 20th century as interest in Irish names grew internationally. The name's gentle sound combined with its authentic Irish roots makes it appealing to parents seeking a name with Celtic heritage and a soft yet distinctive character.
Pronounced KAY-lin.
As of October 2026, Keelin ranked #14451 in US births in 2022 SSA, peaked at #2566 in 2002.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank · girls | Births · girls | US rank · boys | Births · boys |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2015 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2016 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2017 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2018 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2019 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2020 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2021 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2022 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2023 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2024 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2025 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
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