Kylin

KYE-lin'KYE-lin'2 syllables
🇨🇳Chinese
Mystical

MEANING

Mythical creature similar to a unicorn

ORIGIN

Chinese mythology

ETYMOLOGY

Derived from 'Qilin', a legendary hooved chimerical creature

CULTURAL NOTES

Considered to bring prosperity and serenity

HISTORICAL CONTEXT

Qilin has been depicted in Chinese art for centuries as a good omen

🇬🇧English
Melodic

MEANING

A modern created name

ORIGIN

Modern English

ETYMOLOGY

Possibly a blend of similar-sounding names like Kyle and Lynn

CULTURAL NOTES

Popular in fantasy and modern naming conventions

HISTORICAL CONTEXT

Gained some usage in the late 20th century as part of unique name trends

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