Daylan Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationDAY-lan / /ˈdeɪ.lən/Irish; English
Meaning
Irish: 'from the river'; English: 'daylight'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Daylan has roots in both Irish and English cultures. In Irish, it is often associated with geographical features, specifically rivers. The English interpretation connects it to the concept of daylight, suggesting brightness or clarity. The name has gained popularity in various English-speaking countries over recent decades.
Trend Summary
Daylan has seen a gradual increase in popularity in the United States since the late 20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Dailan
- Dailen
International Variants
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Daylan was first seen in the United States in 1971. Daylan has ranked as high as #1275 nationally, which occurred in 2008, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Louisiana, North Carolina, and Tennessee. In the past 5 years the name Daylan has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Daylan (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 10 | |
| FL | 6 | |
| MO | 6 | |
| MS | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1971 | 8 |
| 1975 | 6 |
| 1978 | 6 |
| 1979 | 5 |
| 1980 | 7 |
| 1981 | 8 |
| 1982 | 6 |
| 1983 | 8 |
| 1984 | 10 |
| 1985 | 10 |
| 1986 | 21 |
| 1987 | 10 |
| 1988 | 14 |
| 1989 | 12 |
| 1990 | 13 |
| 1991 | 32 |
| 1992 | 44 |
| 1993 | 37 |
| 1994 | 55 |
| 1995 | 51 |
| 1996 | 57 |
| 1997 | 70 |
| 1998 | 62 |
| 1999 | 63 |
| 2000 | 87 |
| 2001 | 93 |
| 2002 | 107 |
| 2003 | 119 |
| 2004 | 99 |
| 2005 | 104 |
| 2006 | 123 |
| 2007 | 87 |
| 2008 | 125 |
| 2009 | 86 |
| 2010 | 89 |
| 2011 | 86 |
| 2012 | 80 |
| 2013 | 74 |
| 2014 | 87 |
| 2015 | 85 |
| 2016 | 85 |
| 2017 | 81 |
| 2018 | 71 |
| 2019 | 74 |
| 2020 | 60 |
| 2021 | 48 |
| 2022 | 77 |
| 2023 | 74 |
| 2024 | 61 |