Daelyn Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Daelyn is a modern name derived from the Old English 'Dale', meaning 'valley', and the Welsh 'Lynn', meaning 'lake'. It has evolved from historical forms into a contemporary choice that carries connotations of nature and beauty. There is no biblical relevance associated with this name, and it has gained popularity in recent years as a distinctive name for girls.
The name Daelyn 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 Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. 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, Daelyn has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, too falling for female in South, too 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 male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Daelyn' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3985th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3172nd out of 23106 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 15132nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3101st out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2747th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Daelyn' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Daelyn"
Pronunciation
/ˈdeɪ.lɪn/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
Daelyn is a contemporary name that is likely derived from a combination of the names 'Dale' and 'Lynn'. 'Dale' comes from Old English meaning 'valley', while 'Lynn' is of Welsh origin meaning 'lake' or 'waterfall'.
Meaning
valley lake
Language Evolution
Dale (Old English), Lynn (Welsh), Daelyn (Modern English)
Historical Usage
Daelyn has gained popularity in recent decades as a unique and modern name choice for girls, often used in the United States.
Variants & Derivatives
Dailyn, Dailynn, Dalen
Modern Popularity & Image
Daelyn is perceived as a trendy and modern name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Daelyn"
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 "Daelyn"
"Daelyn" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 3985th of 24088 | 359 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 3172nd of 23106 | 441 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 15132nd of 27321 | 39 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3101st of 35406 | 806 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2747th of 30306 | 753 |
Regional Popularity of "Daelyn" 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) |
- | - |
51.89% 3795th/7313 |
- |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
47.23% 3222nd/6822 |
- |
Regional Popularity of "Daelyn" 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) |
88.26% 4044th/4582 |
80.27% 4145th/5164 |
43.35% 3170th/7313 |
51.80% 3866th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
100.00% 3984th/3984 |
- |
40.09% 2735th/6822 |
38.85% 2438th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Daelyn"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Daelyn" 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.