Jaylan Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationJAY-lan / /ˈdʒeɪ.lən/English; Arabic
Meaning
Jaylan (English) - a modern name; Jālan (Arabic) - path or way
Historical & Cultural Background
In English, Jaylan is a contemporary name that has emerged in recent decades, often seen as a blend of names like Jay and Alan. In Arabic, Jālan signifies a path or way, reflecting a sense of direction and purpose.
Trend Summary
Jaylan has seen a rise in usage as a modern name choice in recent years.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Jailan
- Jaylen
- Jalen
International Variants
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Famous people named Jaylan
Jaylan Adams — professional basketball player.
Jaylan Ford — American football player.
Fictional characters named Jaylan
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Jaylan was first seen in the United States in 1989. Jaylan has ranked as high as #1065 nationally, which occurred in 2006, and has been most popular in Texas, Georgia, North Carolina, Tennessee, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Jaylan has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Jaylan (2023)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| GA | 7 | |
| TX | 6 | |
| CA | 6 | |
| LA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1989 | 5 |
| 1991 | 7 |
| 1992 | 18 |
| 1993 | 55 |
| 1994 | 69 |
| 1995 | 100 |
| 1996 | 133 |
| 1997 | 168 |
| 1998 | 160 |
| 1999 | 196 |
| 2000 | 289 |
| 2001 | 292 |
| 2002 | 255 |
| 2003 | 249 |
| 2004 | 277 |
| 2005 | 277 |
| 2006 | 321 |
| 2007 | 250 |
| 2008 | 206 |
| 2009 | 182 |
| 2010 | 161 |
| 2011 | 121 |
| 2012 | 102 |
| 2013 | 88 |
| 2014 | 70 |
| 2015 | 70 |
| 2016 | 66 |
| 2017 | 79 |
| 2018 | 73 |
| 2019 | 64 |
| 2020 | 58 |
| 2021 | 56 |
| 2022 | 62 |
| 2023 | 49 |
| 2024 | 37 |