Daylen Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Daylen is a modern English name derived from the Old English term for 'valley'. Its evolution includes forms like Dalen and Daelan. The name carries connotations of being unique and contemporary, with no biblical relevance, and has seen a rise in popularity in recent years.
The name Daylen is most popular in Mississippi, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha 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 maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Daylen has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, too falling for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Daylen' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 10102nd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4022nd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1277th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1299th out of 23106 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 24683rd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 8039th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 10643rd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Daylen' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Daylen"
Pronunciation
/ˈdeɪlən/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
The name Daylen is believed to be a modern variation of the name Dalen, which is derived from the Old English word 'dael', meaning 'valley'. It may also be influenced by similar sounding names or terms.
Meaning
valley
Language Evolution
Dalen, Daelan, Daylen
Historical Usage
Daylen has gained popularity in recent decades, particularly in the United States, as a unique and modern name choice for boys.
Variants & Derivatives
Dalen, Dailen, Dailynn
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Daylen is perceived as a trendy and contemporary name, often associated with a sense of individuality and creativity.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Daylen"
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 "Daylen"
"Daylen" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 10102nd of 10718 | 6 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 4022nd of 16616 | 200 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1277th of 24088 | 1,940 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1299th of 23106 | 1,726 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 24683rd of 27321 | 8 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 8039th of 35406 | 218 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 10643rd of 30306 | 107 |
Regional Popularity of "Daylen" 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) |
- | - |
67.60% 3511th/5194 |
- |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
25.71% 1178th/4582 |
57.15% 2951st/5164 |
14.92% 1091st/7313 |
20.88% 1558th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
32.71% 1303rd/3984 |
49.70% 2230th/4487 |
14.34% 978th/6822 |
31.18% 1957th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Daylen" 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) |
- | - |
100.00% 7313th/7313 |
- |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Daylen"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Daylen" 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.