Slender, fair, or powerful
Kellan is an Anglicized form of the Irish name Caolán, derived from the Gaelic word 'caol' meaning slender. It is also sometimes associated with the Germanic name Kellen, which can mean swamp or swamp-dweller. In modern usage, it is often chosen for its soft yet strong phonetic appeal.
About 215 boys were named Kellan in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
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The same feel as Kellan — far less common.
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