Estyn
A Welsh masculine name derived from "eistedd", meaning "to sit".
Name Census estimates that about 6 living Americans carry the first name Estyn. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Estyn today is around 4 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Estyn births was 2022 (6 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Estyn. 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.
For a British comparison, Name Census UK has a UK baby-name profile for Estyn with official rankings and popularity over time.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Estyn. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
6
~ 1 in 57,125,723 Americans
Peak year
2022
6 babies that year
Average age
4
years old
2022 SSA rank
#11,282
Tracked since 2022
Popularity
Estyn: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Estyn 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 Estyn during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | 6 | 0 | 6 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Estyn
The name Estyn has its origins in the Welsh language, derived from the word "estyn," which means "to stretch out" or "to extend." This name likely emerged in Wales during the medieval period, reflecting the region's rich cultural heritage.
One of the earliest recorded references to the name Estyn can be found in the Welsh chronicles, where it was mentioned as the name of a prominent figure in the 12th century. Estyn ap Rhys, born around 1150, was a Welsh nobleman and military leader known for his bravery and tactical prowess in battles against the Normans.
Another notable historical figure bearing the name Estyn was Estyn Goch, a 14th-century Welsh archer who fought alongside Owain Glyndŵr during the Welsh Revolt against the English crown. Estyn Goch's skill with the longbow was legendary, and he was celebrated in Welsh folklore for his exploits on the battlefield.
In the 16th century, Estyn ap Gruffydd was a renowned Welsh poet and linguist. Born in 1540, he contributed significantly to the preservation of the Welsh language and its literary traditions, earning him a place among the most influential figures in Welsh cultural history.
Moving forward to the 19th century, Estyn Evans was a prominent Welsh educator and writer. Born in 1832, he dedicated his life to promoting Welsh education and advocating for the rights of the Welsh people. His works played a crucial role in shaping the cultural and political landscape of Wales during that time.
More recently, Estyn Allan, born in 1921, was a Welsh artist and illustrator known for his vivid depictions of rural life in Wales. His paintings and drawings captured the essence of Welsh landscapes and traditions, making him a celebrated figure in the world of Welsh art.
While the name Estyn is deeply rooted in Welsh heritage, it has also gained popularity in other parts of the world, particularly among individuals with Welsh ancestry or those who appreciate the name's unique meaning and historical significance.
People
Estyn + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Estyn as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with E
Other first names starting with E with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Estyn: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Estyn?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 6 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Estyn 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 57,125,723 US residents.
Is Estyn a common name?
We classify Estyn as "Very Rare". It ranks above 22.3% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 6 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Estyn most popular?
The single biggest year for Estyn was 2022, when 6 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Estyn is about 4 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 Estyn in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Estyn a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Estyn 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 Estyn still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Estyn 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 Estyn 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 have the name Estyn?
If you just want to know how many people share the name Estyn, HowManyOfMe.org gives you the headline number in one glance.