Jalin
Jalin is a boy's name of Contemporary origin.
Meaning
Modern invented name; often interpreted as a combination of Jay and the popular name suffix -lin.
Origin and history
Jalin is a contemporary American name, derived as a modern phonetic variant of names like Jaylen or Jalen. It gained popularity in the United States starting in the late 20th century alongside similar-sounding names. Today, it remains a uncommon but recognized choice for boys.
Popularity in the United States
1,800 babies in the United States have been named Jalin since 1880. It ranks #3017 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1850.
States where it is most popular
- GA (14.5 %)
- MI (10.6 %)
- FL (9.3 %)
- NC (9 %)
- IL (8.9 %)
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 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 588 |
| 2000-2010 | 953 |
| 2010-2019 | 182 |
| 2020-2029 | 77 |
Nicknames
Jay, Lin
Fun facts
- Jalin arose as part of the broader popularity trend of names like Jalen and Jaylen during the 1990s.