Zalen
Boy nameZalen has been given to 482 babies in the U.S. since 1997. It peaked in 2024. In 2025, about 1 in 100,475 boys was named Zalen.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
482
Peak year
2024 (53 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1997
10-year trend
▲ +13%
Gender split
All boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Zalen — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Zalen.
Sibling name ideas for Zalen
Same era and popularity as Zalen, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Zalen?
Zalen has been given to 482 babies in the U.S. since 1997. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Zalen peak?
Zalen peaked in 2024, when 53 babies were given the name.
Is Zalen a girl or boy name?
Zalen is primarily a boy name (100% of babies named Zalen are boys).
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