Harlyn Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Harlyn is an English name derived from Old English elements meaning 'rocky lake or waterfall'. It has evolved through various forms and is currently seen as a modern and unique name. The name has no biblical relevance but has gained popularity in recent years as part of a trend towards distinctive names.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Harlyn"
Pronunciation
/ˈhɑːrlɪn/
Origin
English
Etymology
Harlyn is believed to be derived from a combination of Old English elements, where 'har' means 'rocky' or 'hare' and 'lyn' refers to a lake or waterfall, suggesting a nature-related meaning.
Meaning
rocky lake or waterfall
Language Evolution
Harlin, Harlynn, Harlyn
Historical Usage
Harlyn has seen a rise in popularity in recent decades, particularly in English-speaking countries, as unique names became more fashionable.
Variants & Derivatives
Harley, Harlie, Harlynn
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Harlyn is perceived as a modern and trendy name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Harlyn D. Smith, an emerging artist known for contemporary art
📊 Harlyn Name Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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✨ Harlyn Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 237 peak births in 2017
Geographic Spread
Popular across 28 US states, with strongest presence in Kentucky
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 9 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Harlyn"
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 "Harlyn"
"Harlyn" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 5165th of 7545 | 28 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 2968th of 6773 | 120 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 4826th of 7552 | 38 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 10718th of 10718 | 5 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 16616th of 16616 | 5 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 14114th of 24088 | 37 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 6221st of 23106 | 165 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 10385th of 35406 | 149 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1638th of 30306 | 1,607 |
Regional Popularity of "Harlyn" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
69.86% 1080th/1546 |
- | - | - |
| 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 "Harlyn" 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) |
- | - |
87.19% 6376th/7313 |
80.54% 6011th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
37.58% 1497th/3984 |
57.54% 2582nd/4487 |
20.39% 1391st/6822 |
35.10% 2203rd/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Harlyn"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Harlyn" 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 "Harlyn" in the United States
The name Harlyn is most popular in Kentucky, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl 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, Harlyn has been stalled for male in MidWest, falling for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, too falling for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Harlyn' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 5165th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2968th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4826th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 10718th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 16616th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 14114th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 6221st out of 23106 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 10385th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1638th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Harlyn' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.