Ashlynn Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Ashlynn is an Irish name derived from Aisling, meaning 'dream' or 'vision'. It has evolved through various forms and gained popularity in the late 20th century. The name conveys traits of femininity and creativity, and it has no direct biblical relevance.
The name Ashlynn is most popular in Idaho, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is declining in usage, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Ashlynn has been falling for female in MidWest, falling for female in Northeast, falling for female in South, falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Ashlynn' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 19652nd out of 24088 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 11514th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 14020th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1070th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 315th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 534th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Ashlynn' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Ashlynn"
Pronunciation
/ˈæʃlɪn/
Origin
Irish
Etymology
The name Ashlynn is derived from the Irish name Aisling, which means 'dream' or 'vision'. It is often associated with a poetic genre in Irish literature that depicts a beautiful woman symbolizing Ireland.
Meaning
dream, vision
Language Evolution
Aisling, Ashlyn, Ashlynn
Historical Usage
The name Ashlynn gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in the United States, as a modern variation of traditional Irish names.
Variants & Derivatives
Ashlyn, Aisling, Ashley, Aislin
Modern Popularity & Image
Ashlynn is viewed as a trendy and modern name, often associated with femininity and creativity. It has become a popular choice for girls in recent years.
Famous People
Ashlynn Yennie - American actress, Ashlynn Brooke - American adult film actress
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Ashlynn"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Ashlynn"
"Ashlynn" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 19652nd of 24088 | 12 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 11514th of 12526 | 8 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 14020th of 19264 | 17 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1070th of 27321 | 2,565 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 315th of 35406 | 15,950 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 534th of 30306 | 7,027 |
Regional Popularity of "Ashlynn" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Ashlynn" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
25.89% 954th/3685 |
37.27% 1668th/4475 |
18.33% 952nd/5194 |
15.94% 1007th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
5.78% 265th/4582 |
11.56% 597th/5164 |
3.68% 269th/7313 |
4.66% 348th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
10.94% 436th/3984 |
18.07% 811th/4487 |
7.29% 497th/6822 |
9.02% 566th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Ashlynn"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Ashlynn" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.