Railyn Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Railyn is a modern English name that combines elements from Raye and Lynn, meaning 'beautiful lake' or 'beam of light'. It has evolved from historical forms such as Raye and Lynn. The name gained popularity in the late 20th century and is associated with a positive and modern image. There is no biblical relevance to the name.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Railyn"
Pronunciation
/ˈreɪlɪn/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
Railyn is a contemporary name that likely combines elements from the names Raye and Lynn. Raye can be derived from the Old French word 'rai', meaning 'beam of light', and Lynn is of Welsh origin meaning 'lake'.
Meaning
beautiful lake; beam of light
Language Evolution
Raye, Lynn, Railyn
Historical Usage
Railyn emerged as a name in the late 20th century and gained popularity in the United States during the 2000s.
Variants & Derivatives
Raylin, Raelyn, Railynn
Modern Popularity & Image
Railyn is perceived as a modern and trendy name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
📊 Railyn Name Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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✨ Railyn Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 64 peak births in 2013
Geographic Spread
Popular across 8 US states, with strongest presence in Florida
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 4 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Railyn"
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 "Railyn"
"Railyn" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 21740th of 23106 | 6 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 25632nd of 27321 | 6 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 6368th of 35406 | 301 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 3400th of 30306 | 560 |
Regional Popularity of "Railyn" 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 "Railyn" 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) |
- | - |
64.34% 4705th/7313 |
- |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
100.00% 3984th/3984 |
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41.60% 2838th/6822 |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Railyn"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Railyn" 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.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Railyn" in the United States
The name Railyn is most popular in Florida, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha 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, Railyn has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in South. Across generations, 'Railyn' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 21740th out of 23106 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 25632nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 6368th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3400th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Railyn' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.