Holding steady.
Popularity of Gaylin since 1931
Babies named Gaylin per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1930s | 0 | 16 |
| 1940s | 0 | 21 |
| 1950s | 33 | 47 |
| 1960s | 28 | 13 |
| 1970s | 10 | 13 |
| 1980s | 0 | 0 |
| 1990s | 10 | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Gaylin is an uncommon modern name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1931, reaching its peak in 1950 with fewer than five births recorded per year. The name has remained stable in its rarity since then. As a variant of the more common Gaylyn or Gailyn, it reflects a mid-century naming trend of blending names with the suffix -lyn. The name Gaylin has no documented top states of popularity, indicating its use has been scattered rather than geographically concentrated. Given its extremely low frequency, fewer than one newborn per million is named Gaylin in the current decade.
Gaylin is a modern coinage from the mid-20th century, combining the once-popular name Gay with the common suffix -lyn (from Linda or Lynn). The name Gay, derived from the Old French word 'gai' meaning 'joyful', was in fashion for both sexes in the early 20th century but later declined due to changing connotations. Gaylin has never been common and appears to have been used sporadically, peaking in 1950.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Gay, Lyn
Sibling names for Gaylin
Names that share Gaylin's style, for a brother or sister.
