Daylin Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationDAY-lin / /ˈdeɪ.lɪn/English; Irish
Meaning
English: from the day; Irish: descendant of the warrior
Historical & Cultural Background
Daylin is a modern name that has gained popularity in English-speaking countries. It is often considered a variant of the name Dailin, which has Irish roots. The name has been used for both boys and girls, though it is more commonly given to girls in recent years. Its contemporary appeal is partly due to its phonetic similarity to other popular names.
Trend Summary
Daylin has seen a gradual increase in popularity in the United States over the past two decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Dailin
- Dailynn
International Variants
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Daylin was first seen in the United States in 1985. Daylin has ranked as high as #1216 nationally, which occurred in 2020, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Florida, Georgia, and North Carolina. In the past 5 years the name Daylin has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Daylin (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 20 | |
| CA | 16 | |
| GA | 9 | |
| VA | 7 | |
| IL | 6 | |
| FL | 5 | |
| WA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1985 | 5 |
| 1987 | 5 |
| 1990 | 6 |
| 1991 | 6 |
| 1992 | 9 |
| 1993 | 13 |
| 1994 | 9 |
| 1995 | 14 |
| 1996 | 12 |
| 1997 | 22 |
| 1998 | 18 |
| 1999 | 22 |
| 2000 | 26 |
| 2001 | 20 |
| 2002 | 27 |
| 2003 | 39 |
| 2004 | 36 |
| 2005 | 42 |
| 2006 | 56 |
| 2007 | 72 |
| 2008 | 72 |
| 2009 | 79 |
| 2010 | 72 |
| 2011 | 69 |
| 2012 | 60 |
| 2013 | 59 |
| 2014 | 47 |
| 2015 | 59 |
| 2016 | 54 |
| 2017 | 55 |
| 2018 | 76 |
| 2019 | 114 |
| 2020 | 140 |
| 2021 | 103 |
| 2022 | 132 |
| 2023 | 128 |
| 2024 | 120 |