How Many People Are Named Irelynn?
Complete statistics for the name Irelynn: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Irelynn is a very rare female name, with only 1,686 people bearing it in the US today, making up just 1 in 195,764 Americans. It's a genuinely modern name, with all 1,698 under-30, showing its popularity among younger generations.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Life-path number 7 symbolizes introspection, wisdom, and spiritual growth.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 12All 1,698 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 2008Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Rising
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Irelynn Through the Generations
Irelynn saw its peak popularity in 2008 with 111 births, marking a significant rise in usage since then. The name's current bearers are predominantly young, with all 1,698 being under 30 years old. This trend suggests Irelynn is favored by parents looking for a unique, contemporary choice for their children.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Irelynn's American coinage roots
📄 About the Name Irelynn
How Many People Have the Name Irelynn?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 1,686 people in the United States currently share the name Irelynn. That works out to roughly 1 in every 195,764 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Irelynn a Common or Rare Name?
Irelynn is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
What Does the Name Irelynn Mean?
Irelynn means "modern coinage, evokes elegance" and comes from American coinage origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 7.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Irelynn in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.
When Was Irelynn Most Popular?
The name Irelynn reached peak popularity in 2008, with 111 babies registered that year. Current trend: Rising.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Irelynn?
Approximately 1,686 people named Irelynn live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 1,698. That works out to roughly 1 in 195,764 Americans.
Is Irelynn a rare name?
Irelynn is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 195,764 Americans has this name.
What does the name Irelynn mean?
Irelynn means "modern coinage, evokes elegance" and comes from American coinage origins.
Is Irelynn more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Irelynn are male and 100% are female.
When was Irelynn most popular?
Irelynn peaked in 2008 with 111 births that year. Current trend: Rising.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.