Masculine dossier · first seen 2007
Waylyn
Rising
Gaining cultural share
Peak era
2023
Peak births
37
Current vitality
Rare
Peak generation
Gen Alpha
Quick answers about Waylyn
How many people are named Waylyn?
An estimated 257 living Americans are named Waylyn.
How rare is Waylyn?
Waylyn is very rare among babies today, with 24 boys receiving the name in 2025, down 35.1% from its 2023 peak.
How old is the typical Waylyn?
The median age of a living American named Waylyn is approximately 5 years, with most bearers falling between 3 and 9 years old.
Is Waylyn still popular?
Yes — Waylyn is currently rising in popularity, with 24 births in 2025. Births this decade are running about 4.9× higher than the previous decade.
2007Peak 20232025
Peak year
2023
Decline from peak
35.1%
2025
24
All-time
259