Find out how popular the first name Jaelynn has been for the last 40 years (from 1984 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Jaelynn by gender

Based on the last 40 years of data, Jaelynn is more commonly used as a female name, with approximately 98% of people named Jaelynn being female.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 173 female babies and 9 male babies born with the name Jaelynn.

Yes—according to the SSA data, 9 baby boys were named Jaelynn in 2023, despite it being a predominantly female name. We'd love to know why!

The history of the first name Jaelynn

The given name Jaelynn is a relatively modern invention, emerging in the late 20th century as a combination of the names Jae and Lynn. It does not have a clear cultural or linguistic origin, but rather appears to be a creative blend of existing names.

The name Jae is a shortened form of the Hebrew name Jael, which means "mountain goat" or "ibex." It can be traced back to the biblical figure Jael, who is celebrated in the Book of Judges for her bravery in defeating the Canaanite general Sisera. While the name Jael has been in use for centuries, the shortened form Jae gained popularity in the 20th century.

The name Lynn, on the other hand, has its roots in various European languages. It can be derived from the Old English linn, meaning "pool" or "lake," the Old German lind, meaning "lime tree," or the Welsh llyn, meaning "lake" or "pool." Lynn has been used as a given name for both males and females since the Middle Ages.

The earliest recorded instances of the name Jaelynn date back to the late 1970s and early 1980s, though its usage remained relatively rare until the 1990s. Some notable individuals with the name Jaelynn include:

1. Jaelynn Bingham (born 1995), an American model and actress.
2. Jaelynn Willey (2002-2018), an American high school student who was tragically killed in a school shooting.
3. Jaelynn Penn (born 1990), an American professional basketball player.
4. Jaelynn Bright (born 1993), an American track and field athlete.
5. Jaelynn Reisinger (born 1998), an American gymnast.

While the name Jaelynn does not have a long historical lineage, its popularity in recent decades reflects the trend of blending existing names to create unique and modern-sounding combinations. Its appeal lies in its blend of traditional elements with a fresh, contemporary twist.

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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