Raelyn
girl name#502 in 2025Raelyn entered the US charts in 1949, peaked at #316 in 2017, ranks #502 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1949–2025
#502
rank today
#316
peak (2017)
592
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1940s | #5244 |
| 1950s | #4034 |
| 1960s | #3790 |
| 1970s | #4179 |
| 1980s | #3065 |
| 1990s | #2037 |
| 2000s | #1305 |
| 2010s | #423 |
| 2020s | #409 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Raelyn has been most popular in TX, FL, NC.
Living bearers
About 15,500 people named Raelyn are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Raelyn 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 Raelyn in 2025?
- Raelyn ranks #502 among US girl names in 2025, with 592 babies given the name.
- When was the name Raelyn most popular?
- Raelyn peaked in 2017, reaching #316 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Raelyn with classmates?
- Raelyn will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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