Gaylin
boy nameGaylin entered the US charts in 1931, peaked at #2111 in 1950, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1931–2025
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rank today
#2111
peak (1950)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1930s | #3525 |
| 1940s | #2973 |
| 1950s | #3075 |
| 1960s | #3451 |
| 1970s | #4579 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Gaylin are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Gaylin alive today was born around 1951, making them about 74 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Gaylin in 2025?
- Gaylin is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Gaylin most popular?
- Gaylin peaked in 1950, reaching #2111 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Gaylin with classmates?
- Gaylin will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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