Shalyn Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Shalyn is a modern English name derived from the name 'Shay' combined with the suffix '-lyn', symbolizing shelter or protection. It evolved from earlier forms such as Shay and Shaylin, reflecting a trend in contemporary naming practices. The name does not have biblical relevance but gained popularity in the late 20th century. Today, it is seen as unique and creative, with variants including Shay and Shaylyn.
The name Shalyn is most popular in Texas, 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, Shalyn has been stalled 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, 'Shalyn' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4505th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2311th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2833rd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 13987th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Shalyn' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Shalyn"
Pronunciation
/ˈʃeɪ.lɪn/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
Shalyn is a modern name that combines elements from the name 'Shay' and the suffix '-lyn', which is often used in feminine names.
Meaning
The name Shalyn is often interpreted as 'shelter' or 'protection'.
Language Evolution
Shay, Shaylin, Shalyn
Historical Usage
Shalyn gained popularity in the late 20th century as part of a trend for names ending in '-lyn'.
Variants & Derivatives
Shay, Shaylyn, Shalynn
Modern Popularity & Image
Shalyn is perceived as a modern and unique name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Shalyn McCarty, Shalyn K. H. Lee
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Shalyn"
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 "Shalyn"
"Shalyn" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 4505th of 19264 | 202 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2311th of 27321 | 811 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2833rd of 35406 | 915 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 13987th of 30306 | 64 |
Regional Popularity of "Shalyn" 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 "Shalyn" 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) |
93.43% 2744th/2937 |
100.00% 3483rd/3483 |
- |
83.90% 3393rd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
83.23% 3067th/3685 |
67.04% 3000th/4475 |
63.75% 3311th/5194 |
45.75% 2890th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
59.10% 2708th/4582 |
76.45% 3948th/5164 |
40.23% 2942nd/7313 |
66.02% 4927th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Shalyn"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Shalyn" 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.