Gailyn
Girl nameGailyn has been given to 135 babies in the U.S. since 1939. It peaked in 1952.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
135
Peak year
1952 (11 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1939
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All girls
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Gailyn — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Gailyn.
Sibling name ideas for Gailyn
Same era and popularity as Gailyn, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Gailyn?
Gailyn has been given to 135 babies in the U.S. since 1939. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Gailyn peak?
Gailyn peaked in 1952, when 11 babies were given the name.
Is Gailyn a girl or boy name?
Gailyn is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Gailyn are girls).
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