Cailin Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Cailin is an Irish name meaning 'girl' or 'young woman', derived from the word 'cailín'. It has evolved from the traditional Irish form 'Cailín' to its modern variant. The name reflects traits of youth and femininity, with no direct biblical relevance. It gained popularity as Irish names became more fashionable in English-speaking countries.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Cailin"
Pronunciation
/ˈkeɪlɪn/
Origin
Irish
Etymology
The name Cailin is derived from the Irish word 'cailín', which means 'girl' or 'young woman'. It reflects a cultural connection to youth and femininity.
Meaning
girl, young woman
Language Evolution
Cailín, Cailin
Historical Usage
Cailin has been used in Ireland for centuries and gained popularity in other English-speaking countries during the late 20th century as Irish names became more fashionable.
Variants & Derivatives
Cailin, Kailin, Caelin
Modern Popularity & Image
The name Cailin is currently perceived as unique and trendy, often associated with Irish heritage and modern femininity.
Famous People
Cailin Russo - American singer and actress, Cailin McCulloch - Social media influencer
📊 Cailin Name Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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✨ Cailin Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 169 peak births in 1998
Geographic Spread
Popular across 26 US states, with strongest presence in Massachusetts
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 6 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Cailin"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Cailin"
"Cailin" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 15579th of 16616 | 6 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 16274th of 24088 | 24 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 7733rd of 19264 | 81 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1944th of 27321 | 1,047 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1533rd of 35406 | 2,175 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 4274th of 30306 | 403 |
Regional Popularity of "Cailin" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Cailin" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
53.51% 1972nd/3685 |
30.30% 1356th/4475 |
54.70% 2841st/5194 |
36.60% 2312th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
31.82% 1458th/4582 |
21.69% 1120th/5164 |
26.75% 1956th/7313 |
21.69% 1619th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
66.48% 2983rd/4487 |
72.91% 4974th/6822 |
52.33% 3284th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Cailin"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Cailin" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Cailin" in the United States
The name Cailin is most popular in Massachusetts, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Cailin has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Cailin' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 15579th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 16274th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 7733rd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1944th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1533rd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4274th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Cailin' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.