Daylan Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Daylan is a modern English name derived from the Old English word 'Dale,' meaning 'valley.' It has evolved from historical forms like Dale and Dalen. The name is associated with nature and is used to describe a valley dweller. There is no biblical relevance associated with the name. Daylan gained popularity in the late 20th century and is seen as a unique choice today. Variants include Dalen and Dale.
The name Daylan is most popular in Louisiana, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the South 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, Daylan 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, 'Daylan' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 6632nd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2560th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1517th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2013th out of 23106 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 21402nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 17274th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 24101st out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Daylan' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Daylan"
Pronunciation
/ˈdeɪlən/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
Daylan is believed to be derived from the name 'Dale,' which means 'valley' in Old English, combined with the suffix '-an' to create a contemporary variant.
Meaning
valley dweller
Language Evolution
Dale (Old English), Dalen (Middle English), Daylan (Modern English)
Historical Usage
Daylan gained popularity in the late 20th century as a modern variant of traditional names.
Variants & Derivatives
Dalen, Dale, Dailan
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Daylan is perceived as a unique and contemporary name, often favored for its modern sound and connection to nature.
Famous People
Daylan McCutcheon, a notable American athlete, Daylan Kelsey, a recognized artist
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Daylan"
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 "Daylan"
"Daylan" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 6632nd of 10718 | 32 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 2560th of 16616 | 388 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1517th of 24088 | 1,480 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2013th of 23106 | 877 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 21402nd of 27321 | 14 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 17274th of 35406 | 57 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 24101st of 30306 | 13 |
Regional Popularity of "Daylan" 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) |
64.56% 2379th/3685 |
- |
43.01% 2234th/5194 |
50.70% 3203rd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
36.29% 1663rd/4582 |
64.60% 3336th/5164 |
16.74% 1224th/7313 |
28.49% 2126th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
59.66% 2377th/3984 |
- |
23.81% 1624th/6822 |
40.31% 2530th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Daylan" 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 "Daylan"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Daylan" 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.