Jaylin Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationJAY-lin / ˈdʒeɪ.lɪnEnglish; American
Meaning
Modern blend of Jay and Lynn
Historical & Cultural Background
Jaylin is a contemporary name that emerged in the late 20th century. It combines elements from the names Jay and Lynn, which have their own distinct origins. The name reflects a trend in American naming practices towards unique and blended names. It is primarily used for boys but can also be found as a unisex name.
Trend Summary
Jaylin has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, particularly peaking in the early 2000s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Jailin
- Jaylen
International Variants
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Jaylin was first seen in the United States in 1987. Jaylin has ranked as high as #705 nationally, which occurred in 2002, and has been most popular in Georgia, Florida, Illinois, Michigan, and California. In the past 5 years the name Jaylin has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Jaylin (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 9 | |
| CA | 9 | |
| TX | 8 | |
| FL | 8 | |
| MI | 7 | |
| OH | 7 | |
| PA | 6 | |
| IN | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1987 | 5 |
| 1991 | 9 |
| 1992 | 28 |
| 1993 | 85 |
| 1994 | 145 |
| 1995 | 183 |
| 1996 | 250 |
| 1997 | 250 |
| 1998 | 326 |
| 1999 | 417 |
| 2000 | 512 |
| 2001 | 472 |
| 2002 | 675 |
| 2003 | 637 |
| 2004 | 633 |
| 2005 | 609 |
| 2006 | 618 |
| 2007 | 600 |
| 2008 | 525 |
| 2009 | 581 |
| 2010 | 366 |
| 2011 | 291 |
| 2012 | 291 |
| 2013 | 225 |
| 2014 | 198 |
| 2015 | 172 |
| 2016 | 145 |
| 2017 | 144 |
| 2018 | 129 |
| 2019 | 150 |
| 2020 | 124 |
| 2021 | 115 |
| 2022 | 135 |
| 2023 | 136 |
| 2024 | 105 |