Layn
boy nameLayn entered the US charts in 1996, peaked at #5642 in 1997, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1996–2025
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rank today
#5642
peak (1997)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1990s | #7563 |
| 2000s | #10107 |
| 2010s | #10086 |
| 2020s | #11835 |
Living bearers
About 100 people named Layn are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Layn alive today was born around 2012, making them about 13 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Layn in 2025?
- Layn is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Layn most popular?
- Layn peaked in 1997, reaching #5642 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Layn with classmates?
- Layn will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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