Kalyn
boy nameKalyn entered the US charts in 1983, peaked at #2847 in 1995, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1983–2025
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rank today
#2847
peak (1995)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #3890 |
| 1990s | #3933 |
| 2000s | #7942 |
| 2010s | #9730 |
| 2020s | #12330 |
Living bearers
About 400 people named Kalyn are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Kalyn alive today was born around 1996, making them about 29 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Kalyn in 2025?
- Kalyn is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Kalyn most popular?
- Kalyn peaked in 1995, reaching #2847 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Kalyn with classmates?
- Kalyn will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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