How popular is the name Gaylon in 2025?

Gaylon is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.

When was the name Gaylon most popular?

Gaylon peaked in 1940, reaching #673 among US boy names.

Gaylon will almost certainly be the only one in school.

boy name

Gaylon entered the US charts in 1912, peaked at #673 in 1940, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#673

peak (1940)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

About 2,100 people named Gaylon are estimated to be alive in the US today.

The typical Gaylon alive today was born around 1953, making them about 72 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Gaylon in 2025?: Gaylon is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Gaylon most popular?: Gaylon peaked in 1940, reaching #673 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Gaylon with classmates?: Gaylon will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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