Khylan, of Welsh origin, signifies 'harbour'. It is composed of the elements 'coed', meaning 'wood' and 'llan', translating to 'enclosure' or 'monastery'. Thus, Khylan could be interpreted as a peaceful haven among trees. The name was popularized by American author John Bellairs in his mystery novel series featuring Lewis Barnavelt, with one of the characters bearing this unique moniker.
The name Khylan experienced a notable increase in popularity between the years of 2016 and 2023, with a significant spike occurring in 2019 (83 births), nearly doubling from the previous year's total (47 births). However, it is important to note that this data may not be representative of all regions or cultures.