Feminine dossier · first seen 1999
Islay
Rising
Gaining cultural share
Peak era
2021
Peak births
51
Current vitality
Rare
Peak generation
Gen Alpha
Quick answers about Islay
How many people are named Islay?
An estimated 375 living Americans are named Islay.
How rare is Islay?
Islay is very rare among babies today, with 24 girls receiving the name in 2025, down 52.9% from its 2021 peak.
How old is the typical Islay?
The median age of a living American named Islay is approximately 6 years, with most bearers falling between 4 and 10 years old.
Is Islay still popular?
Yes — Islay is currently rising in popularity, with 24 births in 2025. Births this decade are running about 4.5× higher than the previous decade.
1999Peak 20212025
Peak year
2021
Decline from peak
52.9%
2025
24
All-time
378