Decklin
A masculine name of English origin meaning "from the valley".
Name Census estimates that about 216 living Americans carry the first name Decklin. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Decklin today is around 11 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Decklin births was 2016 (23 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Decklin. 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
216
~ 1 in 1,586,826 Americans
Peak year
2016
23 babies that year
Average age
11
years old
2023 SSA rank
#12,642
Tracked since 2000
Popularity
Decklin: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Decklin from the 2000s through to the 2020s, spanning 3 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2010s, with 148 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 2010s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Decklin 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 Decklin 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 Decklin
Decklin is a modern variation of the Irish name Declan, which has its roots in the ancient Celtic languages. The name Declan is derived from the Gaelic words "decc" meaning "perfect" and "lan" meaning "full". This combination suggests a meaning of "full of goodness" or "entirely good".
The name Declan has a strong historical connection to St. Declan, one of the earliest Christian missionaries in Ireland. St. Declan lived in the 5th century and is believed to have established a monastic school and church in Ardmore, County Waterford, Ireland. His feast day is celebrated on July 24th in the Roman Catholic Church.
One of the earliest recorded individuals with the name Decklin was Decklin of Ardmore, a 9th-century Irish abbot and scholar who served as the head of the monastic school founded by St. Declan. He was known for his extensive knowledge of Latin and Greek literature.
Another notable bearer of the name was Decklin of Kildare, a 12th-century Irish bishop who played a crucial role in the ecclesiastical affairs of the time. He was known for his efforts in reforming the church and promoting education.
In the 16th century, Decklin O'Mulvey was an Irish poet and historian who wrote extensively about the history and culture of his native land. His works provided valuable insights into the traditions and customs of Ireland during that period.
In more recent times, Decklin Brendan Foley (1949-2016) was an Australian actor and playwright. He gained recognition for his roles in various television shows and stage productions, showcasing his versatility as a performer.
Decklin Brooks (born 1985) is a contemporary American artist and sculptor. His works have been exhibited in galleries across the United States and have received critical acclaim for their unique style and innovative use of materials.
While the name Decklin has its roots in Irish heritage, it has gained popularity in various parts of the world as a unique and distinctive name choice. Its connection to the historical figure of St. Declan and the virtues associated with its meaning have contributed to its enduring appeal.
People
Decklin + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Decklin as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with D
Other first names starting with D with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Decklin: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Decklin?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 216 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Decklin 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 1,586,826 US residents.
Is Decklin a common name?
We classify Decklin as "Very Rare". It ranks above 75.2% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 218 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Decklin most popular?
The single biggest year for Decklin was 2016, when 23 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Decklin is about 11 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 Decklin in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Decklin a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Decklin in the SSA data are male. 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 Decklin still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Decklin 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 Decklin 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 Decklin?
For a quick modern estimate, our sister site HowManyOfMe.org answers that in one glance, with the living-bearer count front and centre.