Daylin first name popularity, history and meaning

Find out how popular the first name Daylin has been for the last 48 years (from 1977 to 2024) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Meaning of Daylin

A feminine name of Old English origin meaning "from the meadow".

Popularity of Daylin by gender

Based on the last 48 years of data, Daylin is more commonly used as a female name, with approximately 51% of people named Daylin being female.

For the most recent data in 2024, there were 120 female babies and 56 male babies born with the name Daylin.

Year	Male Count	Female Count
2024	56	120
2023	54	128
2022	55	132
2021	60	103
2020	42	140
2019	58	113
2018	43	75
2017	59	55
2016	46	54
2015	62	59
2014	76	47
2013	62	59
2012	58	60
2011	74	69
2010	95	72
2009	106	79
2008	76	72
2007	81	72
2006	71	56
2005	53	42
2004	46	36
2003	62	39
2002	66	27
2001	56	20
2000	45	26
1999	35	22
1998	33	18
1997	23	22
1996	25	12
1995	23	14
1994	20	9
1993	10	13
1992	16	9
1991	10	6
1990	0	6
1989	5	0
1988	7	0
1987	0	5
1986	7	0
1985	0	5
1982	5	0
1980	6	0
1979	5	0
1977	6	0

The history of the first name Daylin

The name Daylin is believed to have originated from a combination of the English words "day" and "lin", which is a shortened form of the name Linda or Linden. The name first gained popularity in the early 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Daylin can be traced back to the late 19th century. Daylin Wilcox, born in 1887 in New York, was a prominent lawyer and political activist who fought for women's suffrage and labor rights. She was known for her fiery speeches and unwavering commitment to social justice.

In the 1920s, Daylin Browning, a British artist, gained recognition for her vibrant landscape paintings depicting the English countryside. Her work was celebrated for its use of bold colors and distinctive brushstrokes, capturing the essence of nature with a unique artistic vision.

During the mid-20th century, Daylin Miller, an American author, published several critically acclaimed novels exploring themes of identity, familial relationships, and the complexities of human nature. Her writing style was praised for its poetic language and emotional depth.

In the realm of science, Daylin Everett, a Canadian physicist born in 1943, made significant contributions to the field of quantum mechanics. Her groundbreaking research on the nature of subatomic particles and the behavior of matter at the quantum level garnered international recognition.

Another notable figure with the name Daylin is Daylin Leach, an American politician and lawyer, who served as a member of the Pennsylvania State Senate from 2009 to 2021. He was known for his advocacy of civil rights, environmental protection, and progressive policies.

Despite its relatively recent emergence, the name Daylin has gained popularity worldwide, transcending cultural and linguistic boundaries. Its unique blend of English words and melodic sound has captivated people from various backgrounds, making it a distinctive and intriguing choice for parents seeking a name that reflects both modernity and tradition.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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