UK boy's name
Kaylon
A masculine name derived from the Greek word "kalos" meaning beauty or handsome.
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2024. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Kaylon is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Kaylon popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4270, with 4 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2013, with 9 births.
This profile covers 95 England and Wales registrations across 18 recorded years from 1997 to 2024. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 44% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 94 living people in the UK are called Kaylon. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2025 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Kaylon ranked #4270 for boys in England and Wales in 2024, with 4 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2013, when 9 boys were registered as Kaylon.
- • About 94 living people in the UK are estimated to have Kaylon as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4270
2024
Births in 2024
4
Latest year
Peak year
2013
9 births
Estimated living
94
2026
Meaning
What does Kaylon mean?
The name Kaylon is believed to have its origins in the ancient Celtic language, which was spoken across parts of Europe during the Iron Age, around 800 BCE to 1 BCE. The name is thought to be derived from the old Celtic word "cail," meaning "slender" or "graceful," and the suffix "-on," which was commonly used in Celtic names to denote a diminutive or endearing form.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Kaylon can be found in ancient Gallic inscriptions from the 1st century BCE, where it was used as a personal name for both men and women. These inscriptions were discovered in regions that are now part of modern-day France and Belgium, suggesting that the name was popular among the Gallic tribes of that era.
In the 5th century CE, a Christian martyr named Kaylon was recorded in the hagiographical records of the early Catholic Church. According to these accounts, Kaylon was a young man who was persecuted and executed for his faith during the reign of the Roman Emperor Diocletian. His story became widely known, and his name was revered among early Christian communities.
During the Middle Ages, the name Kaylon appeared in various historical records and chronicles across Europe. One notable figure was Kaylon of Beauvais, a French monk and scholar who lived in the 12th century. He was known for his contributions to the study of theology and philosophy, and his works were widely read and influential during that time.
In the 16th century, a renowned Italian painter named Kaylon Caliari, also known as Paolo Veronese, was born in 1528 and died in 1588. He was a master of the Venetian Renaissance style and is celebrated for his grand-scale works depicting religious and mythological scenes, as well as his vibrant use of color and light.
Another notable figure with the name Kaylon was a Scottish philosopher and historian named Kaylon Drummond, who lived from 1619 to 1695. He was a prominent figure in the Scottish Enlightenment and wrote extensively on topics such as politics, religion, and the history of Scotland.
While the name Kaylon has historically been more common in certain parts of Europe, particularly in regions with Celtic or Gallic influences, it has also been used in other cultures and contexts throughout history. Its enduring presence across centuries and diverse regions attests to the name's unique and enduring appeal.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Kaylon over time
The chart below shows babies named Kaylon registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1997 to 2024. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Kaylon, the clearest high point is 2013. The latest England and Wales figure is 4 births in 2024, compared with 9 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Kaylon by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Kaylon was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | #3702 | 15 | 3 |
| 2010s | #3018 | 62 | 10 |
| 2000s | #3598 | 15 | 4 |
| 1990s | #2859 | 3 | 1 |
Related
Names similar to Kaylon
- Kieran 30,429
- Kyle 28,463
- Kai 24,432
- Kian 17,666
- Kayden 8,305
- Kevin 7,927
- Kane 7,149
- Kaiden 5,762
- Kieron 4,547
- Kacper 4,366
- Kye 4,012
- Kit 3,529
FAQ
Kaylon: questions and answers
How popular is the name Kaylon in the UK right now?
In 2024, Kaylon was ranked #4270 for boys in England and Wales, with 4 births registered.
When was Kaylon most popular?
The peak year on record was 2013, with 9 babies registered as Kaylon in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Kaylon?
A masculine name derived from the Greek word "kalos" meaning beauty or handsome.
How many people are called Kaylon in the UK?
A total of 95 babies have been registered as Kaylon across the 18 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.