Harrison 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

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Harrison Rank #121
Waylon Rank #65

Waylon is more popular, ranked #65 vs #121 for Harrison.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Harrison or Waylon more popular?

Waylon is more popular, ranked #65 compared to Harrison at #121 in the United States.

What do Harrison and Waylon mean?

Harrison means "son of Harry (Henry)" (English origin). Waylon means "wayside land, roadside settlement" (Old English origin).

Are Harrison and Waylon boy or girl names?

Harrison is primarily a boy name. Waylon is primarily a boy name.

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