Jalon
Jalon is a boy baby name. Ranked #6,958 in the US, popular nicknames include Jal, Jay, and Jalie.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Jalon first appeared in US Social Security records in 1970.
Over 2,447 babies have been named Jalon in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Jalon is past its peak , currently ranked #6,958 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #6,958
- Total SSA Count
- 12
Nicknames
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Jalon is also used as a girl name, ranked #34500.
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About the Name Jalon
Jalon is a boy name .
Is Jalon a boy or girl name? Jalon is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #6,958 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #34,500. Jalon is more commonly used as a boy name.
Jalon is currently ranked #6,958 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Jalon include Jal, Jay, and Jalie. 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