Rising since 2020, #8,243 for boys today.
Popularity of Trelyn since 1996
Babies named Trelyn per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 9 |
| 2000s | 52 |
| 2010s | 76 |
| 2020s | 37 |
Meaning & origin
Trelyn is a modern name that first appeared on the U.S. Social Security roster in 1996. It has remained uncommon, with a rank of 8,243 in the most recent data from 2025, and a rarity of about 1 in 189,786 boys. The name saw its peak usage in 2012, and has been on an upward trajectory since 2020, indicating a slow but steady increase in interest. Trelyn has no clear ties to any particular state or region, as its use is spread sparsely across the country. Its appeal likely stems from its similarity to other trending names like Brinley and Kensley, while maintaining a distinct sound.
Trelyn first appeared in U.S. records in 1996. It is likely a modern coinage, possibly blending elements from names like Trent or Trevin with the fashionable suffix -lyn. There is no known historical derivation or meaning beyond its phonetic appeal.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Tre, Lyn
Variants: Trelynn
Sibling names for Trelyn
Names that share Trelyn's style, for a brother or sister.
