How Many People Are Named Valyn?
Complete statistics for the name Valyn: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Valyn is a very rare female name, with only 1 in 1,188,989 Americans bearing it today. That's just 278 people named Valyn living in the US right now. It's a rising trend, with 24 babies born in 2024 alone, making it a genuinely modern choice.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Traditionally, life-path number 2 represents balance and harmony.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 13All 280 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
📜 Valyn Through the Generations
Valyn, a name that's seen a surge in popularity in recent years, has been adopted by 280 individuals since its inception. With a peak birth year in 2024, it's clear that this name is gaining traction among parents looking for something fresh. The majority of those named Valyn are under 30, indicating that it's a name embraced by younger generations. As of now, there are 252 individuals under 30, 28 aged between 30 and 60, and none over 60, reflecting its status as a contemporary choice.
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Valyn's modern American coinage roots
📄 About the Name Valyn
How Many People Have the Name Valyn?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 278 people in the United States currently share the name Valyn. That works out to roughly 1 in every 1,188,989 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Valyn a Common or Rare Name?
Valyn 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 Valyn Mean?
Valyn means "modern coinage, evokes strength" and comes from modern American coinage origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 2.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Valyn in SSA data, approximately 8% are male and 92% are female.
When Was Valyn Most Popular?
The name Valyn reached peak popularity in 2024, with 24 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 Valyn?
Approximately 278 people named Valyn live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 280. That works out to roughly 1 in 1,188,989 Americans.
Is Valyn a rare name?
Valyn is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 1,188,989 Americans has this name.
What does the name Valyn mean?
Valyn means "modern coinage, evokes strength" and comes from modern American coinage origins.
Is Valyn more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 8% of people named Valyn are male and 92% are female.
When was Valyn most popular?
Valyn peaked in 2024 with 24 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.