Cailen
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Cailen is a unisex name of Irish origin, meaning “Cailen is likely a variant of the Irish name Kaelan or Caolán, meaning "slender" or "fair and slender."”, and peaked in popularity in 2009.
What Cailen Means
“Cailen is likely a variant of the Irish name Kaelan or Caolán, meaning "slender" or "fair and slender."”
The Story of Cailen
This name has a fluid, adaptable spirit, like a gentle breeze that can shift with the wind.
Cailen is thought to be a variant of the Irish names Kaelan or Caolán, both carrying the meaning 'slender' or 'fair and slender.' It has been in use since the early 1980s.
For your child, Cailen suggests a generous and adaptable soul, someone who navigates life with an open heart and a friendly disposition. It is a name for a person who is as comfortable in quiet reflection as they are in lively conversation.
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Personality Traits
Peak Year
#29 in 2009
Total Births
441
First Recorded
1982
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