Nylan
boy name#3036 in 2025Nylan entered the US charts in 1999, peaked at #2502 in 2024, ranks #3036 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1999–2025
#3036
rank today
#2502
peak (2024)
40
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1990s | #8704 |
| 2000s | #6397 |
| 2010s | #4495 |
| 2020s | #3383 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Nylan has been most popular in NC, LA, OH.
Living bearers
About 600 people named Nylan are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Nylan is a kid of about 8 — 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 Nylan in 2025?
- Nylan ranks #3036 among US boy names in 2025, with 40 babies given the name.
- When was the name Nylan most popular?
- Nylan peaked in 2024, reaching #2502 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Nylan with classmates?
- Nylan will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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