Waylon
boy name#56 in 2025Waylon entered the US charts in 1911, peaked at #56 in 2025, ranks #56 today — a fast riser climbing the charts.
Popularity 1911–2025
#56
rank today
#56
peak (2025)
5,408
babies in 2025
rising
a fast riser climbing the charts
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3004 |
| 1920s | #2771 |
| 1930s | #1737 |
| 1940s | #1688 |
| 1950s | #2236 |
| 1960s | #2017 |
| 1970s | #695 |
| 1980s | #682 |
| 1990s | #1021 |
| 2000s | #733 |
| 2010s | #249 |
| 2020s | #70 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Waylon has been most popular in TX, TN, NC.
Living bearers
About 54,000 people named Waylon are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Waylon is a kid of about 4 — 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 Waylon in 2025?
- Waylon ranks #56 among US boy names in 2025, with 5,408 babies given the name.
- When was the name Waylon most popular?
- Waylon peaked in 2025, reaching #56 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Waylon with classmates?
- Waylon will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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