Jaslyn Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Jaslyn is an American name derived from the Persian word for the jasmine flower, combined with the popular suffix '-lyn'. It has evolved from names like Jasmine and Jasmin. The name signifies beauty and femininity, with no biblical relevance. It gained popularity in the late 20th century as part of a trend for unique names.
The name Jaslyn 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 South region. 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, Jaslyn has been stalled for female in MidWest, falling for female in Northeast, 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 female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Jaslyn' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 11010th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3649th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1363rd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1726th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Jaslyn' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Jaslyn"
Pronunciation
/ˈdʒæz.lɪn/
Origin
American
Etymology
Jaslyn is believed to be a modern blend of the name Jasmine, which comes from the Persian word for the jasmine flower, and the suffix '-lyn' which has been a popular diminutive in many English names.
Meaning
Jasmine flower
Language Evolution
Jasmine, Jasmin, Jaslyn
Historical Usage
Jaslyn began gaining popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in the United States, as part of the trend of creating unique and modern names.
Variants & Derivatives
Jasmin, Jasmine, Jazlyn, Jazmin
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Jaslyn is viewed as a trendy and modern name, often associated with femininity and beauty due to its floral connection.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Jaslyn"
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 "Jaslyn"
"Jaslyn" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 11010th of 19264 | 36 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 3649th of 27321 | 428 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1363rd of 35406 | 2,512 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1726th of 30306 | 1,486 |
Regional Popularity of "Jaslyn" 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 "Jaslyn" 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) |
- |
92.19% 3211th/3483 |
- | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
81.38% 2999th/3685 |
75.62% 3384th/4475 |
73.12% 3798th/5194 |
55.50% 3506th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
39.18% 1795th/4582 |
26.36% 1361st/5164 |
17.04% 1246th/7313 |
18.21% 1359th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
61.27% 2441st/3984 |
32.96% 1479th/4487 |
23.54% 1606th/6822 |
26.32% 1652nd/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Jaslyn"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Jaslyn" 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.