Janlyn
girl nameJanlyn entered the US charts in 1948, peaked at #4673 in 1949, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1948–2025
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rank today
#4673
peak (1949)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1940s | #4958 |
| 1950s | #5563 |
| 1960s | #6390 |
| 1980s | #10912 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Janlyn are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Janlyn 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 Janlyn in 2025?
- Janlyn is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Janlyn most popular?
- Janlyn peaked in 1949, reaching #4673 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Janlyn with classmates?
- Janlyn will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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