Gaylene
Gaylene is a girl baby name. Ranked #66,752 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
Gaylene first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 1,867 babies have been named Gaylene in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Gaylene is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #66,752 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #66,752
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Nicknames
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, extended 2-3 combo
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-1 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, extended 2-3 combo
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About the Name Gaylene
Gaylene is a girl name .
Gaylene is currently ranked #66,752 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Gaylene 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