| Meaning | grace | 
| Origin | Thai, Arabic | 
| Gender | gender neutral | 
| Opposite gender | Kayan | 
| Popularity | Moderate | 
| Length | 5 | 
| Syllables | 2 | 
| Syllabification | Ka-yan | 
Distinctive and intriguing, this name immediately captures attention with its unique sound and contemporary edge. Kayan brings together strong consonants with a flowing quality, creating a name that feels both grounded and dynamic. The name works particularly well for families seeking something outside mainstream trends while remaining accessible and pronounceable. Kayan has a gender-neutral quality that many modern parents find appealing, though it works beautifully for girls. The two-syllable structure provides perfect balance—substantial without being cumbersome. This name suggests adventure and individuality, qualities that resonate with parents raising independent thinkers. Kayan's relative rarity means your daughter likely won't share her name with classmates, offering genuine uniqueness. The name carries a certain mystique, inviting curiosity without seeming invented or artificial. It pairs exceptionally well with both traditional and contemporary middle names, offering flexibility in creating the perfect combination. Kayan sounds confident and modern, suitable for someone making their own path in the world. The name's spelling is intuitive, avoiding the pronunciation confusion that plagues many unique names. For families wanting something truly different that still feels like a real name, Kayan delivers.
| Kay | 
| Yan | 
| Kaylie | 
| Annie | 
    | Kayan Choi | South Korean actress | 
| Kayan Kharsa | Syrian journalist and activist | 
| Kayan Lim | Malaysian singer-songwriter | 
| Kayan Yıldızoğlu | Turkish actress | 
| Kayan Razi | Kurdish singer | 
| Kayan Newash | Kurdish poet and writer | 
| Kayan Shairani | Pakistani radio host | 
| Kayan Yasa | Indonesian model and actress | 
| Kayan Hameed | Iraqi weightlifter | 
| Kayan Lam | Hong Kong television host | 
| Kayan Leung | Australian field hockey player | 
| Kayan Nijhuis | Dutch soccer player | 
| Kayan Khojandi | Iranian-French comedian | 
| Kayan Cheung | Singaporean actress | 
| Kayan Seo | South Korean water polo player | 
| Kayan Keshwa | Venezuelan poet | 
| Kayan Khurshid | Afghan filmmaker | 
| Kayan Al Mezdawi | Emirati singer | 
| Kayan Nabe | Japanese wrestler | 
| Kayan Abdi | Somali-Canadian journalist | 
| Kayan Summers | Main character in a romantic novel | 
| Kayan Hartfield | Detective in a mystery series | 
| Kayan Rivers | Space explorer in a science fiction story | 
| Kayan Anderson | Young adult protagonist in a coming-of-age novel | 
| Kayan Blake | Magical apprentice in a fantasy tale | 
| Kayan Martinez | Lead role in a drama novel set in a small town | 
| Kayan Steele | Spy and secret agent in a thriller series | 
| Kayan Fitzgerald | Time traveler in a speculative fiction story | 
| Kayan Turner | Superhero in a comic book series | 
| Kayan Wells | Paranormal investigator in a supernatural mystery | 
| Kayan Reed | Historical figure in a historical fiction novel | 
| Kayan Mitchell | Adventurer and treasure hunter in an adventure story | 
| Kayan Sinclair | Vampire protagonist in a paranormal romance | 
| Kayan Greene | Scientist and inventor in a steampunk fiction | 
| Kayan Woodford | Princess in a fairy tale retelling | 
| Kayan Blair | Rebel leader in a dystopian novel | 
| Kayan Archer | Skilled archer and warrior in a medieval fantasy | 
| Kayan Stone | Archaeologist in a mystery-adventure novel | 
| Kayan Swift | Musician and artist in a contemporary fiction | 
| Kayan Tate | High school student in a young adult drama |