Weylin
Weylin is a boy's name of Celtic origin.
Meaning
Son of the wolf; well-born.
Origin and history
Weylin is a masculine name of Celtic origin, often considered a variant of Waylen or derived from Gaelic roots meaning son of the wolf or well-born. It remains a rare given name in the United States, maintaining a distinctive yet modern sound. Its usage has stayed small but steady over recent decades.
Popularity in the United States
669 babies in the United States have been named Weylin since 1880. It ranks #4007 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1864.
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 | 10 |
| 1960-1970 | 15 |
| 1970-1980 | 142 |
| 1980-1990 | 61 |
| 1990-2000 | 125 |
| 2000-2010 | 91 |
| 2010-2019 | 162 |
| 2020-2029 | 63 |
Fun facts
- Weylin is believed to derive from a Gaelic surname associated with the phrase son of the wolf.
- It is frequently encountered as an alternative spelling to the more common English name Waylen or Waylon.