Gaylon
Gaylon is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Calm, tranquil, or cheerful.
Origin and history
Gaylon is an elaborated masculine form likely derived from Gaylord, Gayle, or related Celtic and Germanic roots meaning calm or cheerful. It was moderately used in the United States during the mid-20th century but has since become exceptionally rare. Today, it stands out as an unusual vintage name.
Popularity in the United States
3,478 babies in the United States have been named Gaylon since 1880. It ranks #2168 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- TX (59.5 %)
- AR (16.1 %)
- TN (7.9 %)
- OK (4.6 %)
- MO (4.3 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 94 |
| 1920-1930 | 207 |
| 1930-1940 | 448 |
| 1940-1950 | 727 |
| 1950-1960 | 788 |
| 1960-1970 | 522 |
| 1970-1980 | 338 |
| 1980-1990 | 185 |
| 1990-2000 | 114 |
| 2000-2010 | 50 |
| 2010-2019 | 5 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Famous people named Gaylon
- Gaylon Nickerson: Basketball player
Nicknames
Gay, Gale
Fun facts
- Gaylon enjoyed its highest popularity in the United States during the 1940s and 1950s.
- Though derived differently, Gaylon shares its ending sound and structure with the traditional surname-name Waylon.