Kailan
boy name#3848 in 2025Kailan entered the US charts in 1990, peaked at #2830 in 2022, ranks #3848 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1990–2025
#3848
rank today
#2830
peak (2022)
28
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1990s | #6334 |
| 2000s | #6332 |
| 2010s | #4984 |
| 2020s | #3498 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Kailan has been most popular in TX.
Living bearers
About 600 people named Kailan are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Kailan is a kid of about 10 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Kailan in 2025?
- Kailan ranks #3848 among US boy names in 2025, with 28 babies given the name.
- When was the name Kailan most popular?
- Kailan peaked in 2022, reaching #2830 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Kailan with classmates?
- Kailan will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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