Xylan Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationZYE-lan / /ˈzaɪ.lən/Greek; English
Meaning
wood; of the forest
Historical & Cultural Background
In Greek, Xylan derives from 'xylon,' meaning wood, often associated with nature and forests. In English, it has emerged as a modern name, reflecting a trend towards nature-inspired names.
Trend Summary
Xylan is a modern name gaining traction in nature-themed naming trends.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Xylen
- Zylan
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Xylan was first seen in the United States in 2006. Xylan has ranked as high as #1369 nationally, which occurred in 2022, and has been most popular in Georgia. In the past 5 years the name Xylan has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Xylan (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| GA | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2006 | 7 |
| 2008 | 7 |
| 2010 | 5 |
| 2012 | 8 |
| 2013 | 6 |
| 2014 | 7 |
| 2015 | 7 |
| 2016 | 11 |
| 2017 | 7 |
| 2018 | 8 |
| 2019 | 12 |
| 2020 | 12 |
| 2021 | 17 |
| 2022 | 24 |
| 2023 | 20 |
| 2024 | 16 |