How Many People Are Named Scotlyn?
Complete statistics for the name Scotlyn: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Scotlyn is a very rare female name, with only 1,220 people bearing it in the US today, making up just 1 in 270,400 Americans. The majority of those named Scotlyn are under 30, giving it a truly modern vibe.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Life-path number 9 symbolizes humanitarianism, compassion, and spiritual enlightenment.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 10All 1,229 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: 2024Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Rising
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Scotlyn Through the Generations
Scotlyn has seen a surge in popularity, peaking in 2024 with 162 births. This modern name is predominantly embraced by younger generations, with 1,223 individuals under 30 years old, while only six are between 30 and 60. The scarcity of Scotlyns over 60 underscores its status as a contemporary choice, reflecting current naming trends.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Scotlyn's modern American coinage roots
📄 About the Name Scotlyn
How Many People Have the Name Scotlyn?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 1,220 people in the United States currently share the name Scotlyn. That works out to roughly 1 in every 270,400 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Scotlyn a Common or Rare Name?
Scotlyn 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 Scotlyn Mean?
Scotlyn means "creative variant of Scot" and comes from modern American coinage origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 9.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Scotlyn in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.
When Was Scotlyn Most Popular?
The name Scotlyn reached peak popularity in 2024, with 162 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 Scotlyn?
Approximately 1,220 people named Scotlyn live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 1,229. That works out to roughly 1 in 270,400 Americans.
Is Scotlyn a rare name?
Scotlyn is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 270,400 Americans has this name.
What does the name Scotlyn mean?
Scotlyn means "creative variant of Scot" and comes from modern American coinage origins.
Is Scotlyn more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Scotlyn are male and 100% are female.
When was Scotlyn most popular?
Scotlyn peaked in 2024 with 162 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.