Gaylan
boy nameGaylan entered the US charts in 1924, peaked at #1347 in 1952, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1924–2025
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rank today
#1347
peak (1952)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1920s | #4347 |
| 1930s | #2793 |
| 1940s | #2317 |
| 1950s | #2062 |
| 1960s | #2713 |
| 1970s | #4503 |
| 1990s | #6407 |
Living bearers
About 300 people named Gaylan are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Gaylan alive today was born around 1952, making them about 73 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Gaylan in 2025?
- Gaylan is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Gaylan most popular?
- Gaylan peaked in 1952, reaching #1347 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Gaylan with classmates?
- Gaylan will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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