Jaylen Unisex
Origin(s)
English; African American
Meaning
English: a modern name; African American: derived from Jay and -len suffix
Historical & Cultural Background
In English usage, Jaylen emerged as a contemporary name combining elements of traditional names. The African American community has embraced the name, often seen as a blend of the name Jay and the suffix -len, reflecting a trend of unique name creation.
Trend Summary
The name Jaylen has seen a rise in usage as part of a broader trend of modern, unique names.
Variants
- Jalen
- Jaylin
- Jailen
International Variants
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Famous people named Jaylen
Jaylen Brown — professional basketball player.
Jaylen Waddle — professional football player.
Fictional characters named Jaylen
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Jaylen was first seen in the United States in 1991. Jaylen has ranked as high as #313 nationally, which occurred in 2009, and has been most popular in Florida, California, Texas, New York, and Massachusetts. In the past 5 years the name Jaylen has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
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Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Jaylen (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| FL | 120 | |
| CA | 103 | |
| TX | 99 | |
| NY | 72 | |
| MA | 53 | |
| IL | 39 | |
| GA | 39 | |
| OH | 37 | |
| PA | 36 | |
| NC | 35 | |
| VA | 32 | |
| TN | 31 | |
| MI | 25 | |
| LA | 23 | |
| MN | 19 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1991 | 8 |
| 1992 | 101 |
| 1993 | 238 |
| 1994 | 357 |
| 1995 | 385 |
| 1996 | 426 |
| 1997 | 451 |
| 1998 | 758 |
| 1999 | 980 |
| 2000 | 1,514 |
| 2001 | 1,426 |
| 2002 | 1,598 |
| 2003 | 1,814 |
| 2004 | 1,791 |
| 2005 | 1,999 |
| 2006 | 2,077 |
| 2007 | 2,085 |
| 2008 | 2,156 |
| 2009 | 2,236 |
| 2010 | 1,809 |
| 2011 | 1,726 |
| 2012 | 1,434 |
| 2013 | 1,199 |
| 2014 | 1,097 |
| 2015 | 1,003 |
| 2016 | 901 |
| 2017 | 995 |
| 2018 | 983 |
| 2019 | 997 |
| 2020 | 1,037 |
| 2021 | 1,045 |
| 2022 | 1,053 |
| 2023 | 1,244 |
| 2024 | 1,061 |