Cailean Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Cailean Name at a Glance

Name	Cailean
Meaning	Young dog, or child. Scottish Gaelic.
Origin	Gaelic
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Cailean Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Cailean means “Young dog, or child. Scottish Gaelic”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Cailean Name Origin

Our database records Cailean under Gaelic origin. Browse more Gaelic baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Cailean a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Cailean is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Cailean

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