Aislyn Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Aislyn is an Irish name meaning 'dream' or 'vision', derived from the word 'aisling'. It has evolved from traditional Irish poetry into a modern name. Aislyn carries traits of elegance and cultural significance, with no biblical relevance.
The name Aislyn is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Aislyn has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Aislyn' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 18004th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 11400th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2723rd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2551st out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Aislyn' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Aislyn"
Pronunciation
/ˈeɪz.lɪn/
Origin
Irish
Etymology
Aislyn is derived from the Irish word 'aisling', which means 'dream' or 'vision'. The term has historical significance in Irish literature, referring to a genre of poetry that describes a vision of a beautiful woman representing Ireland.
Meaning
dream, vision
Language Evolution
Aisling (Irish), Aislyn (Modern English)
Historical Usage
Aislyn gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries as a modern adaptation of traditional Irish names.
Variants & Derivatives
Aisling, Aislinn, Ashlyn
Modern Popularity & Image
Aislyn is perceived as a modern, elegant name that carries a sense of cultural depth and connection to Irish heritage. It has become increasingly popular among parents looking for unique names.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Aislyn"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Aislyn"
"Aislyn" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 18004th of 19264 | 6 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 11400th of 27321 | 75 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2723rd of 35406 | 958 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2551st of 30306 | 840 |
Regional Popularity of "Aislyn" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Aislyn" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
71.24% 3264th/4582 |
56.25% 2905th/5164 |
39.59% 2895th/7313 |
48.13% 3592nd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
65.79% 2952nd/4487 |
37.55% 2562nd/6822 |
41.51% 2605th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Aislyn"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Aislyn" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.