Baelynn
A feminine name possibly combining the word "bae" with Lynn.
Name Census estimates that about 142 living Americans carry the first name Baelynn. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Baelynn today is around 9 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Baelynn births was 2013 (17 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Baelynn. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
People living today
142
~ 1 in 2,413,763 Americans
Peak year
2013
17 babies that year
Average age
9
years old
2024 SSA rank
#7,624
Tracked since 2010
Popularity
Baelynn: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Baelynn from the 2010s through to the 2020s, spanning 2 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2010s, with 90 total registrations. Although the numbers have come down from the 2010s peak, Baelynn remains solidly in use and shows no sign of disappearing from maternity wards.
Babies born per year
Decades
Baelynn by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Baelynn during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Baelynn
The name Baelynn is believed to have originated from the ancient Celtic language spoken in parts of modern-day Ireland, Scotland, and Wales. It is thought to be derived from the Old Irish word "baile," meaning a homestead or a place of residence, and the Welsh word "llyn," which refers to a lake or a pool of water.
This combination of words suggests that the name Baelynn may have been used to describe someone who lived near a lake or a body of water within a settlement or village. However, due to the scarcity of written records from that time, the exact origin and meaning of the name remain shrouded in mystery.
One of the earliest known references to the name Baelynn can be found in the ancient Celtic epic poem, "The Cattle Raid of Cooley," which dates back to the 8th century AD. In this epic, there is a mention of a minor character named Baelynn, though little is known about their role or significance.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Baelynn. In the 11th century, Baelynn of Leinster was a renowned Irish poet and scholar who contributed significantly to the preservation of ancient Celtic literature and traditions.
During the 14th century, Baelynn ap Rhys was a Welsh warrior and military leader who played a crucial role in the ongoing conflicts between the Welsh and English forces. His bravery and strategic prowess earned him a place in the annals of Welsh history.
In the 16th century, Baelynn MacGregor was a Scottish chieftain who led his clan in defiance against the oppressive policies of the English monarchy. His rebellion, though ultimately unsuccessful, has become a symbol of Scottish resistance and pride.
Moving forward to the 18th century, Baelynn O'Sullivan was an Irish revolutionary who fought against British rule in Ireland. Her unwavering commitment to the cause of Irish independence earned her a place in the pantheon of Irish patriots.
Finally, in the 19th century, Baelynn Griffith was a prominent Welsh scholar and linguist who dedicated her life to preserving and promoting the Welsh language and culture. Her contributions helped to revive interest in Welsh literature and traditions, ensuring their survival for future generations.
People
Baelynn + last name combinations
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FAQ
Baelynn: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Baelynn?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 142 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Baelynn going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 2,413,763 US residents.
Is Baelynn a common name?
We classify Baelynn as "Very Rare". It ranks above 69.5% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 143 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Baelynn most popular?
The single biggest year for Baelynn was 2013, when 17 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Baelynn is about 9 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Baelynn in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Baelynn a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Baelynn in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Baelynn still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Baelynn in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Baelynn can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people are named Baelynn?
Our sister site HowManyOfMe.org answers how many people have the name Baelynn at a glance, with the living-bearer count up front.