Waylon Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationWAY-lən / /ˈweɪ.lən/English; Old English
Meaning
English: Land by the road; Old English: A dwelling by the road
Historical & Cultural Background
Waylon is derived from the Old English elements meaning 'way' and 'land'. It gained popularity in the United States during the 20th century, particularly in the context of country music. The name is often associated with the famous country singer Waylon Jennings, who contributed to its recognition in popular culture.
Trend Summary
Waylon has seen a steady increase in popularity in the United States over the past few decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Wailon
- Waylan
International Variants
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Famous people named Waylon
Waylon Jennings was an influential American country music singer and songwriter known for his role in the outlaw country movement.
Waylon Smithers is a character from the animated television series 'The Simpsons', known for being Mr. Burns' loyal assistant.
Fictional characters named Waylon
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Waylon was first seen in the United States in 1911. Waylon has ranked as high as #104 nationally, which occurred in 2022, and has been most popular in Texas, North Carolina, Tennessee, Florida, and Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Waylon has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Waylon (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 406 | |
| NC | 275 | |
| OH | 274 | |
| TN | 273 | |
| KY | 223 | |
| GA | 215 | |
| FL | 204 | |
| MO | 178 | |
| CA | 175 | |
| IN | 170 | |
| PA | 169 | |
| MI | 159 | |
| VA | 143 | |
| AL | 141 | |
| IL | 124 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1911 | 5 |
| 1915 | 6 |
| 1916 | 7 |
| 1918 | 11 |
| 1919 | 5 |
| 1920 | 9 |
| 1921 | 9 |
| 1922 | 6 |
| 1923 | 8 |
| 1924 | 14 |
| 1925 | 9 |
| 1926 | 14 |
| 1927 | 8 |
| 1928 | 19 |
| 1929 | 11 |
| 1930 | 15 |
| 1931 | 18 |
| 1932 | 9 |
| 1933 | 23 |
| 1934 | 22 |
| 1935 | 18 |
| 1936 | 19 |
| 1937 | 25 |
| 1938 | 29 |
| 1939 | 9 |
| 1940 | 18 |
| 1941 | 20 |
| 1942 | 17 |
| 1943 | 19 |
| 1944 | 19 |
| 1945 | 15 |
| 1946 | 19 |
| 1947 | 18 |
| 1948 | 22 |
| 1949 | 14 |
| 1950 | 11 |
| 1951 | 16 |
| 1952 | 18 |
| 1953 | 15 |
| 1954 | 12 |
| 1955 | 11 |
| 1956 | 18 |
| 1957 | 8 |
| 1958 | 24 |
| 1959 | 8 |
| 1960 | 9 |
| 1961 | 8 |
| 1962 | 17 |
| 1963 | 7 |
| 1964 | 13 |
| 1965 | 11 |
| 1966 | 25 |
| 1967 | 53 |
| 1968 | 79 |
| 1969 | 98 |
| 1970 | 119 |
| 1971 | 111 |
| 1972 | 86 |
| 1973 | 100 |
| 1974 | 88 |
| 1975 | 116 |
| 1976 | 161 |
| 1977 | 253 |
| 1978 | 258 |
| 1979 | 312 |
| 1980 | 387 |
| 1981 | 304 |
| 1982 | 200 |
| 1983 | 184 |
| 1984 | 193 |
| 1985 | 180 |
| 1986 | 128 |
| 1987 | 133 |
| 1988 | 117 |
| 1989 | 119 |
| 1990 | 113 |
| 1991 | 126 |
| 1992 | 135 |
| 1993 | 109 |
| 1994 | 130 |
| 1995 | 109 |
| 1996 | 126 |
| 1997 | 134 |
| 1998 | 110 |
| 1999 | 114 |
| 2000 | 131 |
| 2001 | 105 |
| 2002 | 228 |
| 2003 | 207 |
| 2004 | 290 |
| 2005 | 365 |
| 2006 | 466 |
| 2007 | 502 |
| 2008 | 480 |
| 2009 | 571 |
| 2010 | 657 |
| 2011 | 801 |
| 2012 | 972 |
| 2013 | 1,201 |
| 2014 | 1,500 |
| 2015 | 1,761 |
| 2016 | 2,059 |
| 2017 | 2,427 |
| 2018 | 2,789 |
| 2019 | 3,438 |
| 2020 | 3,586 |
| 2021 | 4,657 |
| 2022 | 4,918 |
| 2023 | 4,894 |
| 2024 | 4,878 |