Jazlyn Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Jazlyn has its roots in modern American naming trends and is likely derived from Jasmine, which means 'jasmine flower'. The name has evolved from Jasmine to Jazmine and finally to Jazlyn. It gained popularity in the late 20th century in the United States, reflecting a cultural inclination towards unique names. There is no biblical relevance associated with Jazlyn, and it is often viewed as a creative and contemporary name.
The name Jazlyn is most popular in Nevada, 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 gaining popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Jazlyn has been stalled for female in MidWest, too falling 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, 'Jazlyn' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2779th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 533rd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 506th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Jazlyn' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Jazlyn"
Pronunciation
/ˈdʒæz.lɪn/
Origin
Modern American
Etymology
Jazlyn is a modern name that is likely derived from the name Jasmine, which itself comes from the Persian word for the jasmine flower. The name Jazlyn may also be influenced by the name Jazmine and the popular trend of combining sounds to create unique names.
Meaning
jasmine flower
Language Evolution
Jasmine, Jazmine, Jazlyn
Historical Usage
Jazlyn began to gain popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in the United States, as part of a trend for unique and modern names.
Variants & Derivatives
Jazmine, Jasmine, Jazz
Modern Popularity & Image
Jazlyn is perceived as a trendy, modern name that reflects individuality and creativity.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Jazlyn"
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 "Jazlyn"
"Jazlyn" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2779th of 27321 | 634 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 533rd of 35406 | 8,815 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 506th of 30306 | 7,473 |
Regional Popularity of "Jazlyn" 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 "Jazlyn" 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) |
63.69% 2347th/3685 |
49.18% 2201st/4475 |
44.82% 2328th/5194 |
40.11% 2534th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
14.47% 663rd/4582 |
12.12% 626th/5164 |
7.12% 521st/7313 |
6.23% 465th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
18.25% 727th/3984 |
12.06% 541st/4487 |
7.33% 500th/6822 |
6.10% 383rd/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Jazlyn"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Jazlyn" 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.