Ethan vs Waylon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Waylon

Boy #65 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"wayside land, roadside settlement"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American Southern American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#65
Total SSA Count
4,878
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Ethan Rank #19
Waylon Rank #65

Ethan is more popular, ranked #19 vs #65 for Waylon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ethan or Waylon more popular?

Ethan is more popular, ranked #19 compared to Waylon at #65 in the United States.

What do Ethan and Waylon mean?

Ethan means "permanent, long-lived" (Hebrew origin). Waylon means "wayside land, roadside settlement" (Old English origin).

Are Ethan and Waylon boy or girl names?

Ethan is primarily a boy name. Waylon is primarily a boy name.

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