Aislynn Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Aislynn is of Irish origin, meaning 'dream' or 'vision'. It evolved from the Irish term 'aisling' and gained popularity in the late 20th century. The name carries traits of creativity and uniqueness, with no direct biblical relevance.
The name Aislynn is most popular in Colorado, 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, Aislynn has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, falling 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, 'Aislynn' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 11870th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 6576th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2455th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1827th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Aislynn' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Aislynn"
Pronunciation
/ˈeɪz.lɪn/
Origin
Irish
Etymology
Aislynn is derived from the Irish word 'aisling', meaning 'dream' or 'vision'. It refers to a poetic genre that emerged in the 17th and 18th centuries in Ireland, where a woman symbolizes Ireland itself.
Meaning
dream, vision
Language Evolution
Aisling, Aislynn, Aislyne
Historical Usage
Aislynn became more popular in the late 20th century as part of the trend of using Irish-inspired names in English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Aisling, Ashlyn, Aislinn
Modern Popularity & Image
The name Aislynn is perceived as modern and unique, often associated with creativity and a connection to nature.
Explore More Aislynn Name Visualizations
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Aislynn"
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 "Aislynn"
"Aislynn" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 11870th of 19264 | 29 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 6576th of 27321 | 187 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2455th of 35406 | 1,122 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1827th of 30306 | 1,357 |
Regional Popularity of "Aislynn" 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 "Aislynn" 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) |
61.55% 2820th/4582 |
68.63% 3544th/5164 |
35.88% 2624th/7313 |
34.21% 2553rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
57.83% 2304th/3984 |
60.51% 2715th/4487 |
26.36% 1798th/6822 |
25.56% 1604th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Aislynn"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Aislynn" 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.