Rising since 1990, #1,358 for boys today.
Popularity of Taylen since 1990
Babies named Taylen per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1990s | 67 | 128 |
| 2000s | 296 | 494 |
| 2010s | 644 | 815 |
| 2020s | 227 | 769 |
Meaning & origin
Taylen is a modern unisex name that first entered U.S. birth records in 1990, reflecting the ongoing trend of creating new names from familiar elements. Its popularity has risen over the decades, reaching a peak year of 2021. As of 2025, it ranks 1358th, with roughly 1 in 12,377 newborns receiving the name. The name is most common in southern states such as Louisiana, Mississippi, and Arkansas, where it continues to gain traction. Parents drawn to names like Taylor or -len suffix names may find Taylen to be a fresh and distinctive choice.
Taylen is a modern coinage that first appeared in U.S. birth records around 1990. It likely blends the popular surname-turned-first-name Taylor with the fashionable -len suffix seen in names like Kaylen or Braylen. The name has risen steadily in use, particularly in the South.
Where Taylen is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Tay, Lenny
Sibling names for Taylen
Names that share Taylen's style, for a brother or sister.
