Raelyn Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationRAY-lin / /ˈreɪ.lɪn/English; American
Meaning
Combination of Rae and Lynn
Historical & Cultural Background
Raelyn is a modern name that emerged in the late 20th century. It combines elements from traditional names, reflecting a trend towards unique and blended names in contemporary naming practices. The name Rae is often associated with grace, while Lynn is linked to lakes or water bodies. This combination has gained popularity in the United States, particularly among parents seeking distinctive names for their daughters.
Trend Summary
Raelyn has seen a steady increase in popularity in the United States since the early 2000s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Raylyn
- Raelynn
International Variants
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Raelyn was first seen in the United States in 1949. Raelyn has ranked as high as #603 nationally, which occurred in 2016, and has been most popular in Texas, Florida, California, Georgia, and North Carolina. In the past 5 years the name Raelyn has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Raelyn (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| FL | 52 | |
| TX | 45 | |
| GA | 41 | |
| CA | 36 | |
| NC | 34 | |
| PA | 31 | |
| VA | 29 | |
| NY | 29 | |
| TN | 28 | |
| OH | 27 | |
| MO | 22 | |
| IL | 21 | |
| KY | 20 | |
| AL | 20 | |
| SC | 17 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1949 | 5 |
| 1950 | 6 |
| 1957 | 7 |
| 1958 | 17 |
| 1959 | 12 |
| 1960 | 12 |
| 1961 | 6 |
| 1962 | 14 |
| 1963 | 10 |
| 1964 | 15 |
| 1965 | 10 |
| 1966 | 10 |
| 1967 | 18 |
| 1968 | 22 |
| 1969 | 18 |
| 1970 | 11 |
| 1971 | 22 |
| 1972 | 14 |
| 1973 | 19 |
| 1974 | 8 |
| 1975 | 21 |
| 1976 | 15 |
| 1977 | 11 |
| 1978 | 23 |
| 1979 | 18 |
| 1980 | 33 |
| 1981 | 25 |
| 1982 | 34 |
| 1983 | 28 |
| 1984 | 22 |
| 1985 | 25 |
| 1986 | 25 |
| 1987 | 33 |
| 1988 | 43 |
| 1989 | 36 |
| 1990 | 41 |
| 1991 | 55 |
| 1992 | 67 |
| 1993 | 59 |
| 1994 | 70 |
| 1995 | 66 |
| 1996 | 73 |
| 1997 | 100 |
| 1998 | 90 |
| 1999 | 100 |
| 2000 | 108 |
| 2001 | 112 |
| 2002 | 132 |
| 2003 | 149 |
| 2004 | 142 |
| 2005 | 185 |
| 2006 | 195 |
| 2007 | 232 |
| 2008 | 250 |
| 2009 | 289 |
| 2010 | 382 |
| 2011 | 494 |
| 2012 | 696 |
| 2013 | 732 |
| 2014 | 783 |
| 2015 | 963 |
| 2016 | 1,029 |
| 2017 | 1,027 |
| 2018 | 993 |
| 2019 | 921 |
| 2020 | 837 |
| 2021 | 822 |
| 2022 | 820 |
| 2023 | 771 |
| 2024 | 733 |