Jalan Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Jalan originates from Indonesian, meaning 'road' or 'path'. It has evolved from Old Javanese and is associated with themes of journey and exploration. While it has no biblical relevance, it has gained popularity in recent years as a modern name. Variants include Jalane and Jalynn, and it is currently viewed positively, often linked to adventure.
The name Jalan is most popular in Mississippi, 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, Jalan 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, 'Jalan' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 10718th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4169th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2717th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 9975th out of 23106 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 17086th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 20768th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 28476th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Jalan' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Jalan"
Pronunciation
/dʒəˈlɑːn/
Origin
Indonesian
Etymology
The name Jalan means 'road' or 'path' in Indonesian, reflecting a sense of journey and movement.
Meaning
road, path
Language Evolution
Jalan (Indonesian), Jalan (Old Javanese)
Historical Usage
The name Jalan has gained popularity in the late 20th century as a modern and unique name in various cultures.
Variants & Derivatives
Jalane, Jalynn
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Jalan is perceived as a trendy and fresh name, often associated with adventure and exploration.
Famous People
Jalan F. McCoy, an influential artist, Jalan K. Smith, a noted author
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Jalan"
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 "Jalan"
"Jalan" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 10718th of 10718 | 5 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 4169th of 16616 | 190 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2717th of 24088 | 631 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 9975th of 23106 | 75 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 17086th of 27321 | 28 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 20768th of 35406 | 36 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 28476th of 30306 | 6 |
Regional Popularity of "Jalan" 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) |
55.28% 2037th/3685 |
- |
48.98% 2544th/5194 |
- |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
51.03% 2338th/4582 |
71.90% 3713th/5164 |
29.74% 2175th/7313 |
63.81% 4762nd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Jalan" 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 "Jalan"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Jalan" 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.