Keylan
Below 5 births
2025 SSA
About Keylan
Keylan is a masculine name with modern origins, likely developed as a contemporary variation of names like Keelan (Irish, meaning 'slender' or 'thin') or Keilan. The name may also be influenced by the popular prefix 'Key-' found in names like Keegan or Keenan, combined with the fashionable '-lan' ending seen in names like Dylan or Nolan. Keylan has a strong, crisp sound with its two distinct syllables. Despite its recent emergence, the name has a natural, intuitive feel that fits well with current naming trends. While still uncommon, Keylan has been gradually increasing in usage, particularly in the United States. Parents might choose this name seeking something distinctive and contemporary that still feels familiar and accessible.
Keylan is also given to girls.
Pronounced KEY-lun.
As of October 2026, Keylan ranked #12761 in US births in 2024 SSA, peaked at #10335 in 2000.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | #3,132 | 36 | 18.7 |
| 2015 | #3,472 | 32 | 16.7 |
| 2016 | #3,840 | 28 | 14.8 |
| 2017 | #4,534 | 22 | 11.9 |
| 2018 | #4,301 | 24 | 13.2 |
| 2019 | #4,180 | 25 | 13.9 |
| 2020 | #3,616 | 30 | 17.4 |
| 2021 | #4,444 | 23 | 13.1 |
| 2022 | #4,045 | 27 | 15.5 |
| 2023 | #3,449 | 34 | 19.9 |
| 2024 | #4,626 | 22 | 12.8 |
| 2025 | #3,709 | 30 | 17.6 |