Kylin
boy name#1728 in 2025Kylin entered the US charts in 1987, peaked at #1284 in 2022, ranks #1728 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1987–2025
#1728
rank today
#1284
peak (2022)
94
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #5739 |
| 1990s | #5443 |
| 2000s | #2533 |
| 2010s | #1887 |
| 2020s | #1489 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Kylin has been most popular in TX, MS, NC.
Living bearers
About 2,100 people named Kylin are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Kylin is a kid of about 9 — 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 Kylin in 2025?
- Kylin ranks #1728 among US boy names in 2025, with 94 babies given the name.
- When was the name Kylin most popular?
- Kylin peaked in 2022, reaching #1284 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Kylin with classmates?
- Kylin will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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