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  KELLAN

The meaning of the unisex name Kellan is POWERFUL.

Details on KELLAN:

Gender:
Unisex
Meaning(s):
Powerful
Popularity for Boy:
1,931st in the USA (top 10%)
Popularity for Girl:
26,625th in the USA (bottom 35%)
Origin(s) 
Themes / lists: 

Latest USA SSA birth information:

252 births
KELLAN as a BOY in 2024
6 births
KELLAN as a GIRL in 2024

The meaning(s) of KELLAN:

The name Kellan is a Gaelic baby name. In Gaelic the meaning of the name Kellan is: Slender; fair.
Gaelic meaning

USA SSA birth(s) for KELLAN:

Here is the latest 16 years from USA social security list of total babies born with the name KELLAN

 KELLAN as a boy

YearBoy Births
2024252 births
2023257 births
2022284 births
2021285 births
2020370 births
2019308 births
2018438 births
2017498 births
2016599 births
2015774 births
2014808 births
2013842 births
2012813 births
2011817 births
2010807 births
2009400 births

 KELLAN as a girl

YearGirl Births
20246 births
20228 births
202110 births
20208 births
20197 births
201811 births
20178 births
20169 births
201512 births
201416 births
201327 births
201217 births
201121 births
201023 births
200919 births
200814 births

About the name KELLAN

Kellan, a name that dances through the echoes of time, finds its origins rooted in the rich soil of Irish heritage, where it derives from the Gaelic surname "O Ceallachain," meaning "descendant of Ceallachan," a name that signifies "slender" or "mighty warrior." This melodic name carries with it a sense of strength and grace, reflecting the virtues of resilience and determination. Kellan is not only embraced in Ireland but has traveled across seas to touch hearts in the United States, Canada, and Australia, where its charm resonates with parents seeking a name that balances modernity with tradition. In the lush landscapes of Ireland, Kellan evokes images of rolling green hills and ancient castles, while in the vibrant cities of North America, it speaks to a contemporary spirit full of adventure and possibility. Symbolically, Kellan embodies the duality of strength and gentleness, making it a perfect choice for a child who may grow to navigate the world with both courage and compassion. Whether whispered softly in a nursery or called out joyfully in the playground, Kellan is a name that invites warmth and connection, promising a future as bright as the name itself.

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