Rising since 1989, #2,410 for girls today.
Popularity of Layken since 1988
Babies named Layken per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1980s | 15 | 0 |
| 1990s | 104 | 0 |
| 2000s | 225 | 24 |
| 2010s | 513 | 159 |
| 2020s | 383 | 127 |
Meaning & origin
Layken is a modern invented name that first appeared on U.S. birth certificates in 1988. As of 2025, it ranks 2410th nationally, with a frequency of roughly 1 in 21,720 newborns. The name has grown steadily since 1989 and reached its peak popularity in 2025. It is used across the country, with the highest concentrations in Iowa, Michigan, and Texas. Layken fits a popular pattern of names ending in -en, similar to Brayden and Aiden, and has a straightforward, approachable sound.
Layken appears to be a modern coinage, possibly modeled after surnames like Layton or Brayden, with the fashionable -en suffix. It first appeared in U.S. records in 1988 and has seen steady growth, especially in the 2020s. Its meaning is not rooted in any historical language.
Where Layken is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Layk
Variants: Laykin
Sibling names for Layken
Names that share Layken's style, for a brother or sister.
