Kalyn

Kalyn is a given name used primarily in English-speaking countries. In modern usage it is most commonly given to girls, though some individuals named Kalyn identify as non-binary or male. The spelling Kalyn has become part of a broader trend toward phonetic and contemporary variants in Western naming practices.

Origin and variants: Kalyn is often considered a modern variant of Kaitlyn/Kaylyn, which themselves descend from Catherine. The Kalyn spelling is one of several intentional spellings that appeared in the late 20th century as part of a wave of creative name choices. Variant spellings include Kaylin, Kaelin, Kailyn, Kalynn, and Kalynne.

Usage: The name Kalyn has been used in the United States and other English-speaking countries, with modest popularity. It is not among the top names in recent decades but remains in occasional use for girls born from the 1990s onward.

Notable people: Kalyn Ponga, born in 1997, is an Australian professional rugby league footballer whose given name is Kalyn.