Cailean
KAIL-ən
Cailean is a unisex name of Scottish origin, meaning “A Scottish Gaelic name, derived from 'Cailean', a medieval Irish name thought to be connected to 'caol' meaning 'slender'.”, and peaked in popularity in 1995.
What Cailean Means
“A Scottish Gaelic name, derived from 'Cailean', a medieval Irish name thought to be connected to 'caol' meaning 'slender'.”
The Story of Cailean
A name with the strength of ancient roots, it calls to mind the rugged beauty of the Scottish highlands.
Cailean is a name steeped in Scottish Gaelic tradition, believed to be linked to the older Irish name 'Cailean,' which itself is thought to derive from 'caol,' meaning 'slender.' It was most prominent in the mid-1990s.
You picture your child as independent and self-assured, someone who charts their own course with intelligence and charm. This name suits a son or daughter who approaches life with a friendly spirit and a keen mind.
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Personality Traits
Peak Year
#11 in 1995
Total Births
85
First Recorded
1990
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