Jailyn Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Jailyn is an American name with modern origins, combining elements from the names Jay and Lynn. It is often associated with meanings related to nature and water. The name has evolved from traditional names into a contemporary form and gained popularity in the late 20th century. There is no biblical relevance associated with it, and it is viewed positively as a trendy choice for children.
The name Jailyn is most popular in Florida, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) 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. 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, Jailyn has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, falling for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, too falling for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Jailyn' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 9851st out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2968th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 5924th out of 23106 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 5557th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1113th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1787th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Jailyn' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Jailyn"
Pronunciation
/ˈdʒeɪlɪn/
Origin
American
Etymology
Jailyn is a modern name that combines elements from the names Jay and Lynn, often reflecting a blend of traditional and contemporary naming practices.
Meaning
The name Jailyn is often associated with a combination of meanings related to the names Jay (which can mean 'jaybird') and Lynn (which can mean 'lake' or 'waterfall').
Language Evolution
Jay, Lynn, Jailyn
Historical Usage
Jailyn emerged as a popular name in the late 20th century, particularly in the United States, as part of a trend of creating unique and modern names.
Variants & Derivatives
Jaylyn, Jailin, Jailynn
Modern Popularity & Image
Jailyn is perceived as a trendy and modern name, appealing to parents looking for unique names for their children.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Jailyn"
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 "Jailyn"
"Jailyn" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 9851st of 16616 | 34 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2968th of 24088 | 557 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 5924th of 23106 | 177 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 5557th of 27321 | 238 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1113th of 35406 | 3,389 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1787th of 30306 | 1,405 |
Regional Popularity of "Jailyn" 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) |
71.85% 3292nd/4582 |
- |
31.29% 2288th/7313 |
62.03% 4629th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Jailyn" 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) |
88.39% 3257th/3685 |
85.79% 3839th/4475 |
73.12% 3798th/5194 |
- |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
27.13% 1243rd/4582 |
16.48% 851st/5164 |
12.70% 929th/7313 |
21.99% 1641st/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
50.88% 2027th/3984 |
37.60% 1687th/4487 |
24.39% 1664th/6822 |
28.82% 1809th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Jailyn"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Jailyn" 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.