Rising since 1997, #4,172 for girls today.
Popularity of Tailynn since 1994
Babies named Tailynn per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 16 |
| 2000s | 188 |
| 2010s | 504 |
| 2020s | 233 |
Meaning & origin
Tailynn is a modern American invention, first recorded in 1994 and reflecting a broader trend of creating feminine names by adding the suffix -lynn to a base sound. The name has seen a rising trajectory since 1997, likely influenced by the popularity of similar names like Kaitlyn and Rylee. Its peak year was 2013, when it saw its highest number of births. As of 2025, it ranks 4,172 nationally, with about 1 in every 47,273 baby girls receiving the name. The name did not appear in any top state rankings during its peak years, suggesting it has remained a relatively rare but consistent choice among parents seeking a distinctive yet familiar-sounding name. Tailynn has no known historical or cultural background outside of modern American naming conventions.
Tailynn is a modern invented name that emerged in the late 20th century, combining the phonetic elements of names such as Taylor (meaning 'tailor') or Tatum with the increasingly popular suffix -lynn. It first appeared in U.S. records in 1994 and gained modest usage, peaking in 2013. The name has no historical or linguistic root in a traditional culture.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Tai, Lynn, Tay
Sibling names for Tailynn
Names that share Tailynn's style, for a brother or sister.
