Kylan

Meaning of Kylan

From the strait or channel; handsome

Kylan has Irish roots — browse every Irish baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Kylan

Kylan has cooled off, slipping to #579 in 2025, down from a peak of #515 in 2022.

Notable people named Kylan

• Kylan Harrell
  American football player
• Kylan Darnell
  American professional wrestler
• Kylan Boswell
  American basketball player
• Kylan Conlan
  American film director
• Kylan Rice
  American football player

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Questions about the name Kylan

What does the name Kylan mean?

Kylan means from the strait or channel; handsome, and it comes from Irish origins.

Is Kylan a boy's or a girl's name?

Kylan is most commonly used as a boy's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Kylan?

In 2025, Kylan ranked #579 for boys, down from #532 the year before.

When was Kylan most popular?

Kylan peaked at #515 in 2022.