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Tylan vs Kellen

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kellen

Boy #1,031 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"slender, narrow"

Origin: Irish Gaelic 'caol'

Cultural Roots

Irish American German

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,031
Total SSA Count
216
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Tylan Rank #1,102
Kellen Rank #1,031

Kellen is more popular, ranked #1031 vs #1102 for Tylan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Tylan or Kellen more popular?

Kellen is more popular, ranked #1031 compared to Tylan at #1102 in the United States.

What do Tylan and Kellen mean?

Tylan means "tile maker, one who tiles" (Old French via Tyler origin). Kellen means "slender, narrow" (Irish Gaelic 'caol' origin).

Are Tylan and Kellen boy or girl names?

Tylan is primarily a boy name. Kellen is primarily a boy name.

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