Cailean Name Meaning
The name Cailean comes from Scottish roots and carries a meaning worth knowing. Read the full meaning and origin of Cailean below, then browse real variants, short forms, and related names from the same family. Tap any name to copy it instantly.
Cailean Name Meaning
ScottishMeans "whelp, young dog" in Gaelic. This name is also used as a Scottish form of COLUMBA.
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