Kailyn
girl name#1818 in 2025Kailyn entered the US charts in 1981, peaked at #397 in 2011, ranks #1818 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1981–2025
#1818
rank today
#397
peak (2011)
110
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #3839 |
| 1990s | #930 |
| 2000s | #528 |
| 2010s | #672 |
| 2020s | #1456 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Kailyn has been most popular in TX, CA, FL.
Living bearers
About 14,000 people named Kailyn are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Kailyn alive today was born around 2008, making them about 17 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Kailyn in 2025?
- Kailyn ranks #1818 among US girl names in 2025, with 110 babies given the name.
- When was the name Kailyn most popular?
- Kailyn peaked in 2011, reaching #397 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Kailyn with classmates?
- Kailyn will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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