Jaelynn Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Jaelynn is a modern English name with roots in Jay and Lynn, meaning to be filled with joy. It evolved from historical forms like Jay and Lynn, showcasing a trend towards unique and creative names in recent years. There is no biblical relevance associated with this name.
The name Jaelynn is most popular in Nevada, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the MidWest 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 declining in usage, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Jaelynn has been falling 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, 'Jaelynn' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 10439th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 9892nd out of 23106 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 7318th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 806th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 832nd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Jaelynn' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Jaelynn"
Pronunciation
/ˈdʒeɪlɪn/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
Jaelynn is a contemporary name that combines elements from the names Jay and Lynn. The name Jay can be traced back to a bird, while Lynn is derived from the Welsh word for lake.
Meaning
to be filled with joy
Language Evolution
Jay, Lynn, Jaelyn, Jaelynn
Historical Usage
Jaelynn emerged in the late 20th century and gained popularity in the early 21st century as a feminine name.
Variants & Derivatives
Jaelyn, Jaylin, Jailynn
Modern Popularity & Image
Jaelynn is perceived as a modern and trendy name, often associated with creativity and uniqueness.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Jaelynn"
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 "Jaelynn"
"Jaelynn" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 10439th of 24088 | 78 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 9892nd of 23106 | 76 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 7318th of 27321 | 159 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 806th of 35406 | 5,150 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 832nd of 30306 | 3,919 |
Regional Popularity of "Jaelynn" 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 "Jaelynn" 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) |
- | - |
94.19% 4892nd/5194 |
- |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
15.45% 708th/4582 |
14.43% 745th/5164 |
11.16% 816th/7313 |
12.37% 923rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
19.88% 792nd/3984 |
19.26% 864th/4487 |
12.81% 874th/6822 |
13.45% 844th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Jaelynn"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Jaelynn" 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.