Janilyn
girl nameJanilyn entered the US charts in 1947, peaked at #5148 in 1954, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1947–2025
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rank today
#5148
peak (1954)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1940s | #5295 |
| 1950s | #5626 |
| 1960s | #6564 |
| 2000s | #16462 |
| 2010s | #16513 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Janilyn are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Janilyn alive today was born around 1958, making them about 67 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Janilyn in 2025?
- Janilyn is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Janilyn most popular?
- Janilyn peaked in 1954, reaching #5148 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Janilyn with classmates?
- Janilyn will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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