Will my child share the name Cailan with classmates?

Unlikely. With around 5 UK babies named Cailan per year, your child will almost certainly be the only Cailan in their class, and possibly the only one in the whole school.

Is Cailan becoming more or less popular in the UK?

Cailan is rising: up 1,225 places since 2018, to #3,524 in 2023. Its best recorded position was #1,190 in 2005.

Is Cailan a good choice for a distinctive name?

Cailan is a distinctive choice sitting outside the mainstream UK top names. Parents choosing less common names often find their children appreciate the individuality as they grow up, rarely needing to add an initial to distinguish themselves.

Is Cailan a popular baby name in the United States?

Cailan does not appear in the US top 1,000 baby names, making it a distinctively British choice.

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Cailan

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Cailan is a distinctive choice, ranked #3524 in 2023. Your child is likely to be the only Cailan in their class.

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UK Rank 2023

#3524

About the Name Cailan

Cailan is gradually declining in popularity, having dropped 75 places over five years. Its high point was #1190 in 2005, and it now sits at #3524. The name has been a regular feature in UK records since 1997.

Cailan is rare in the UK, so your child is very likely to be the only Cailan in their class.