Hylan
boy name#8910 in 2025Hylan entered the US charts in 1923, peaked at #4210 in 1927, ranks #8910 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1923–2025
#8910
rank today
#4210
peak (1927)
8
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1920s | #4265 |
| 1990s | #7792 |
| 2010s | #11385 |
| 2020s | #9841 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Hylan are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Hylan is a kid of about 9 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Hylan in 2025?
- Hylan ranks #8910 among US boy names in 2025, with 8 babies given the name.
- When was the name Hylan most popular?
- Hylan peaked in 1927, reaching #4210 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Hylan with classmates?
- Hylan will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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