Declining since 2006, #11,932 for girls today.
Popularity of Alyn since 1928
Babies named Alyn per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1920s | 0 | 10 |
| 1930s | 0 | 71 |
| 1940s | 5 | 50 |
| 1950s | 18 | 58 |
| 1960s | 5 | 32 |
| 1970s | 14 | 19 |
| 1980s | 24 | 19 |
| 1990s | 57 | 21 |
| 2000s | 191 | 12 |
| 2010s | 117 | 16 |
| 2020s | 46 | 13 |
Meaning & origin
The name Alyn first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1947, a period when names like Alan and Alina were well established. Its peak popularity came in 2005, but since 2006 its usage has been on a steady decline. By 2025, only about 1 in 229,610 newborns receive the name, placing it at rank 11,932. Alyn's origins are unclear, possibly a respelling of Alan or a modern invention. Its flexibility and soft sound make it appealing to parents seeking a simple, unisex name. Despite its rarity, it has never been associated with any specific region or top states, remaining a scattered choice across the country.
The name Alyn is of uncertain origin. It may be a variant of Alan, a name of disputed etymology possibly meaning 'little rock' or 'harmony', or a feminine form of Alan influenced by names like Alina. Alternatively, it might be a modern invented name combining the popular 'Al-' prefix with the trendy '-yn' suffix. Its usage in the United States began in the mid-20th century.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Al, Lyn
Sibling names for Alyn
Names that share Alyn's style, for a brother or sister.
