Gaylyn
Gaylyn is a girl baby name. Ranked #48,075 in the US, popular nicknames include Gayie, Gaylie, and Gayly.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Gaylyn first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 263 babies have been named Gaylyn in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Gaylyn is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #48,075 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #48,075
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Nicknames
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-1 syllable flow
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"beloved friend, dear one"
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Latin dius origin
"divine, heavenly"
#48,041 in US
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About the Name Gaylyn
Gaylyn is a girl name .
Gaylyn is currently ranked #48,075 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Gaylyn include Gayie, Gaylie, and Gayly. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis