How Many People Are Named Zaylen?
Complete statistics for the name Zaylen: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Zaylen is a very rare name, primarily used for boys, with origins that aren't tied to a specific historical meaning but rather evoke a sense of modernity and uniqueness. Only 1 in 135,311 Americans carry this name, making it truly stand out among other names. The majority of people named Zaylen are under 30, highlighting its status as a genuinely modern choice.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Traditionally, life-path number 11 is associated with spiritual insight and intuition.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 9All 2,459 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
📜 Zaylen Through the Generations
Zaylen emerged as a name in recent years, reaching its peak popularity in 2024 with 276 births. This surge in usage reflects a trend towards more contemporary naming choices, particularly among younger parents. With an average age of just nine years, Zaylen stands out as a name embraced by the newest generation, indicating a strong likelihood of continued growth in popularity.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Zaylen's modern American coinage roots
📄 About the Name Zaylen
How Many People Have the Name Zaylen?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 2,439 people in the United States currently share the name Zaylen. That works out to roughly 1 in every 135,311 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Zaylen a Common or Rare Name?
Zaylen 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 Zaylen Mean?
Zaylen means "modern coinage, evokes strength" and comes from modern American coinage origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 11.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Zaylen in SSA data, approximately 97% are male and 3% are female.
When Was Zaylen Most Popular?
The name Zaylen reached peak popularity in 2024, with 276 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 Zaylen?
Approximately 2,439 people named Zaylen live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 2,459. That works out to roughly 1 in 135,311 Americans.
Is Zaylen a rare name?
Zaylen is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 135,311 Americans has this name.
What does the name Zaylen mean?
Zaylen means "modern coinage, evokes strength" and comes from modern American coinage origins.
Is Zaylen more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 97% of people named Zaylen are male and 3% are female.
When was Zaylen most popular?
Zaylen peaked in 2024 with 276 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.