Waylan
boy name#2572 in 2025Waylan entered the US charts in 1923, peaked at #2310 in 2019, ranks #2572 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1923–2025
#2572
rank today
#2310
peak (2019)
51
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1920s | #3749 |
| 1930s | #3199 |
| 1940s | #3037 |
| 1950s | #3522 |
| 1960s | #3496 |
| 1970s | #3609 |
| 1980s | #5305 |
| 1990s | #6417 |
| 2000s | #4586 |
| 2010s | #2816 |
| 2020s | #2584 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Waylan has been most popular in TX, FL, CA.
Living bearers
About 1,200 people named Waylan are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Waylan alive today was born around 2011, making them about 14 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
Names similar in popularity
Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Waylan in 2025?
- Waylan ranks #2572 among US boy names in 2025, with 51 babies given the name.
- When was the name Waylan most popular?
- Waylan peaked in 2019, reaching #2310 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Waylan with classmates?
- Waylan will almost certainly be the only one in school.
Torn between Waylan and another name?
Put them head to head — full stats, history and a verdict.
Start a name battle