Aylan Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Aylan is an Arabic name meaning 'moonlight' or 'moon'. It has evolved from its Arabic roots and gained prominence in modern times due to its association with significant humanitarian events. The name carries traits of hope and compassion, with no direct biblical relevance.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Aylan"
Pronunciation
/ˈaɪ.lən/
Origin
Arabic
Etymology
The name Aylan is derived from the Arabic word 'Aylan', which means 'moonlight' or 'moon'.
Meaning
moonlight, moon
Language Evolution
Aylan (Modern Arabic), Aylan (Classical Arabic)
Historical Usage
The name Aylan gained increased visibility in the West due to media coverage surrounding a tragic incident involving a child named Aylan Kurdi in 2015, which highlighted the refugee crisis.
Variants & Derivatives
Aylan, Aylanah
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Aylan is often associated with themes of hope and remembrance in relation to humanitarian issues, evoking a sense of compassion and awareness.
Famous People
Aylan Kurdi (symbol of the refugee crisis)
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 96 peak births in 2016
Geographic Spread
Popular across 7 US states, with strongest presence in Texas
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 2 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Aylan"
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 "Aylan"
"Aylan" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 18390th of 24088 | 16 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2570th of 23106 | 608 |
Regional Popularity of "Aylan" 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) |
69.30% 2761st/3984 |
42.99% 1929th/4487 |
37.60% 2565th/6822 |
33.68% 2114th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Aylan" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Aylan"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Aylan" 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.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Aylan" in the United States
The name Aylan is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Aylan has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Aylan' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 18390th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2570th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Aylan' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.