Find out how popular the first name Jayllen has been for the last 15 years (from 2007 to 2021) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Jayllen by gender

Based on the last 15 years of data, Jayllen is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2021, there were 5 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Jayllen.

The history of the first name Jayllen

The name Jayllen is a relatively modern invention, likely originating in the late 20th century. It does not appear to have a direct etymological origin from any specific language or culture. However, it seems to be a creative combination of the more common names Jay and Allen or a variation of the name Jaylen.

The name Jay is an English name derived from the bird name "jay," which itself comes from the Old French "jai" or "gai," meaning "gay" or "bright." The name Allen is an English form of the Celtic name Ailín, which means "little rock" or "harmonious." Combining these elements, Jayllen could be interpreted as a name suggesting brightness, harmony, or a connection with nature.

There are no known historical references or appearances of the name Jayllen in ancient texts, religious scriptures, or historical records. This is likely due to its modern coinage and lack of a clear linguistic heritage.

While the name Jayllen is relatively uncommon, there are a few notable individuals who bear this name:

1. Jayllen Reynolds (born 1998) is an American professional basketball player who currently plays for the Oklahoma City Blue in the NBA G League.

2. Jayllen Hewitt (born 2002) is an American actor and model, known for his roles in the television series "The Crew" and "Swagger."

3. Jayllen Watkins (born 1992) is a former American football cornerback who played in the National Football League (NFL) for the Philadelphia Eagles and Buffalo Bills.

4. Jayllen Nash (born 1994) is an American professional basketball player who plays for Kalev/Cramo in Estonia.

5. Jayllen Cosby (born 1995) is an American professional basketball player who plays for the Salt Lake City Stars in the NBA G League.

It is worth noting that these are some of the more prominent individuals with the name Jayllen, but there may be others with less public recognition. The name's modern origin and relative rarity make it challenging to find extensive historical records or famous bearers from earlier periods.

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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