Cailin Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Cailin Name at a Glance

Name	Cailin
Meaning	Contemporary variant of Cailean 'Child.'.
Origin	Scottish
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Cailin Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Cailin means “Contemporary variant of Cailean 'Child”. 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.

Cailin Name Origin

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

Is Cailin a Boy or Girl Name?

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

Choosing the Name Cailin

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