Holding steady.
Popularity of Caelin since 1992
Babies named Caelin per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1990s | 96 | 98 |
| 2000s | 227 | 145 |
| 2010s | 97 | 79 |
| 2020s | 10 | 17 |
Meaning & origin
Caelin first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1994, a relatively recent entrance into the naming landscape. Though it has never reached the top 1000, it achieved its peak year in 2003, experiencing a modest but steady presence since then. The name's trajectory has remained stable, suggesting a quiet but persistent appeal. Caelin carries a modern, melodic sound that fits contemporary naming trends, and its unisex usage adds to its versatility. As a coinage of the late 20th century, it reflects the era's embrace of surname-inspired first names and creative spelling variations.
Caelin is a modern English coinage, emerging in the late 20th century. It most likely arose as a variation of the surname Caelan or the Irish name Caelán, though the spelling with 'in' suggests influence from names like Caitlin or Kaelin. The name has been used for both boys and girls since its first recorded appearance in 1994.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Cae, Lin, Cael
Sibling names for Caelin
Names that share Caelin's style, for a brother or sister.
