Ezlyn
A feminine name of uncertain origin, perhaps a blend of Ezra and Lynn.
Name Census estimates that about 401 living Americans carry the first name Ezlyn. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Ezlyn today is around 5 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Ezlyn births was 2019 (74 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Ezlyn. 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 Ezlyn with official rankings and popularity over time.
People living today
401
~ 1 in 854,749 Americans
Peak year
2019
74 babies that year
Average age
5
years old
2024 SSA rank
#3,401
Tracked since 2018
Popularity
Ezlyn: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Ezlyn from the 2010s through to the 2020s, spanning 2 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2020s, with 279 total registrations. The name continues to be given at rates close to its all-time high, suggesting it has not yet fallen out of fashion.
Babies born per year
Decades
Ezlyn 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 Ezlyn during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Ezlyns live
The SSA's state-level files cover 7 states and territories. California, Texas, Florida recorded the most babies named Ezlyn, while Utah, New York, Washington recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 21 registrations each.
Origin
Meaning and history of Ezlyn
The name Ezlyn is a relatively modern invention, with its origins shrouded in mystery. It is believed to have emerged in the late 20th century, possibly inspired by the combination of the Hebrew name Ezra and the English name Lynn.
While the exact origins of Ezlyn are unknown, some speculate that it may have been derived from the Old English word "edzling," which means "to renew" or "to revive." However, there is no concrete evidence to support this theory.
In terms of historical references, the name Ezlyn does not appear to have been recorded in any ancient texts, religious scriptures, or historical records. This is likely due to its recent inception.
The earliest recorded instances of the name Ezlyn are relatively sparse. One of the earliest known individuals with this name was Ezlyn Delaney, an American author born in 1972. Her debut novel, "The Bitter Taste of Betrayal," was published in 2005.
Another notable figure bearing the name Ezlyn is Ezlyn Barnicas, a Canadian model and actress born in 1988. She has appeared in various television shows and films, including "The Vampire Diaries" and "The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn - Part 2."
In the realm of sports, Ezlyn Hinkley is a former American softball player who played for the University of Tennessee from 2006 to 2009. She was a key member of the team and helped them win the Women's College World Series in 2007.
Moving to the field of education, Ezlyn Whitaker is an American educator and author born in 1975. She has written several books on teaching methods and is known for her innovative approach to early childhood education.
Lastly, Ezlyn Farrell is a British artist and sculptor born in 1962. Her works have been exhibited in various galleries across Europe, and she is particularly known for her intricate metal sculptures.
Despite its relatively recent emergence, the name Ezlyn has gained popularity in certain regions, perhaps due to its unique and melodic sound. However, its true origins and etymology remain a subject of speculation and intrigue.
People
Ezlyn + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Ezlyn 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
Ezlyn: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Ezlyn?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 401 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Ezlyn 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 854,749 US residents.
Is Ezlyn a common name?
We classify Ezlyn as "Very Rare". It ranks above 82.3% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 403 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Ezlyn most popular?
The single biggest year for Ezlyn was 2019, when 74 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Ezlyn is about 5 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 Ezlyn in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Ezlyn a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Ezlyn 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 Ezlyn still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Ezlyn 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 Ezlyn 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 common is the name Ezlyn?
For a faster, more casual read, check HowManyOfMe.org — our sister site built around that single question.