Jaylen
Jaylen: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Jaylen
- A male given name originating as a coinage, of modern American usage; variant form Jalen.
How popular is Jaylen?
Since 1880, 5,047 girls and 40,904 boys in the U.S. have been named Jaylen (11% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #859 in 2008. Its highest rank for boys was #175 in 2009. In 2025 it ranked #361 for boys, with 942 babies given the name.
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Jaylen FAQ
What does the name Jaylen mean?
A male given name originating as a coinage, of modern American usage; variant form Jalen.
How popular is the name Jaylen?
Since 1880, 5,047 girls and 40,904 boys in the U.S. have been named Jaylen (11% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #859 in 2008. Its highest rank for boys was #175 in 2009. In 2025 it ranked #361 for boys, with 942 babies given the name.
Is Jaylen a boy or girl name?
Jaylen is used for both boys and girls in the U.S. (5,047 girls and 40,904 boys since 1880).
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.