Ayelen Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Ayelen originates from the Mapudungun language, meaning joyful. It has evolved from its indigenous roots and reflects cultural significance. The name is associated with positive traits such as happiness and joyfulness. There is no biblical relevance associated with it.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Ayelen"
Pronunciation
/aɪəˈlɛn/
Origin
Mapudungun
Etymology
The name Ayelen comes from the Mapudungun language, spoken by the Mapuche people of Chile and Argentina. It signifies 'the one who brings joy' or 'joyful'.
Meaning
joy, joyful
Language Evolution
Mapudungun
Historical Usage
Ayelen has gained popularity among the Mapuche community and has seen increased interest in broader Latin American contexts in recent years, particularly as more people seek names with indigenous roots.
Variants & Derivatives
Ayelén
Modern Popularity & Image
Ayelen is perceived as a beautiful and meaningful name, often associated with joy and cultural heritage.
Famous People
Ayelen Tellez, a notable Argentine athlete.
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Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 64 peak births in 2015
Geographic Spread
Popular across 7 US states, with strongest presence in California
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 2 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Ayelen"
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 "Ayelen"
"Ayelen" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 5382nd of 35406 | 375 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 4648th of 30306 | 355 |
Regional Popularity of "Ayelen" 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 "Ayelen" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
93.37% 4278th/4582 |
81.41% 4204th/5164 |
61.59% 4504th/7313 |
45.64% 3406th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
70.69% 3172nd/4487 |
61.45% 4192nd/6822 |
49.41% 3101st/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Ayelen"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Ayelen" 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.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Ayelen" in the United States
The name Ayelen is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Ayelen has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled 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, 'Ayelen' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 5382nd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4648th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Ayelen' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.