Ethelyn
Ethelyn is a girl's name of English origin.
Meaning
Noble or noble maiden.
Origin and history
Ethelyn is an English feminine name derived from Old English roots associated with nobility. Popular during the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries in the United States, it has since become rare. Today, it carries a vintage, classic charm.
Popularity in the United States
4,450 babies in the United States have been named Ethelyn since 1880. It ranks #2629 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- NY (15.8 %)
- MI (12.7 %)
- ME (7.8 %)
- IL (7.2 %)
- PA (6.9 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 142 |
| 1890-1900 | 241 |
| 1900-1910 | 370 |
| 1910-1920 | 1,100 |
| 1920-1930 | 1,250 |
| 1930-1940 | 626 |
| 1940-1950 | 373 |
| 1950-1960 | 226 |
| 1960-1970 | 100 |
| 1970-1980 | 17 |
| 1980-1990 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 0 |
| 2000-2010 | 0 |
| 2010-2019 | 5 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Famous people named Ethelyn
- Ethelyn Gibson: Actress
Nicknames
Ethel, Ethie, Lyn
Fun facts
- Ethelyn gained popularity alongside other 'Ethel-' names during the late Victorian era and into the early 1900s.
- The name incorporates the Old English element 'æðel', meaning noble.