Ailyn
Ailyn is a girl's name of Contemporary origin.
Meaning
Light, desired, or bird-like (depending on root association with Eileen, Aileen, or Evelyn).
Origin and history
Ailyn is a modern name, often considered a creative respelling of Eileen, Aileen, or Aileen/Aaliyah variants. It gained popularity in the late 20th and early 21st centuries in the United States. Today, it remains a moderately used choice with a soft, melodic sound.
Popularity in the United States
4,490 babies in the United States have been named Ailyn since 1880. It ranks #2615 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1226.
States where it is most popular
- CA (32 %)
- TX (29 %)
- IL (6.9 %)
- AZ (6.8 %)
- FL (5.3 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 5 |
| 1980-1990 | 21 |
| 1990-2000 | 259 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,270 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,961 |
| 2020-2029 | 974 |
Fun facts
- Ailyn is a contemporary phonetic variation that gives a modern look to traditional names like Aileen or Eileen.
- The name has seen consistent use in the United States since the late 1990s, appealing to parents seeking a unique yet recognizable name.