Holding steady, #4,249 for boys today.
Popularity of Baylon since 1994
Babies named Baylon per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 20 |
| 2000s | 93 |
| 2010s | 174 |
| 2020s | 111 |
Meaning & origin
Baylon is a modern name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1994, reflecting the trend of creating new, phonetically appealing names. Its usage remains rare, with a rank of 4249 in 2025, where about 1 in 71,170 boys received the name. The name saw its peak popularity in 2023, though it has stayed relatively stable since then. Unlike many modern coinages, Baylon has not seen a dramatic surge in use, and its top states are too scattered to indicate a regional preference. Without clear ties to tradition, Baylon represents a purely contemporary choice, appealing to parents seeking a distinctive sound.
Baylon likely emerged as a modern invention, possibly a respelling or variant of Baylen or Bailon. It has no established historical derivation and appears to have been coined in the late 20th century, first recorded in 1994.
Sibling names for Baylon
Names that share Baylon's style, for a brother or sister.
