Jazlin
A feminine name derived from a blend of "Jasmine" and "Lin(da)".
Name Census estimates that about 1,168 living Americans carry the first name Jazlin. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Jazlin today is around 17 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Jazlin births was 2009 (79 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Jazlin. 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.
Key insights
- • Jazlin is a relatively new arrival in the SSA data. The average bearer is just 17 years old, meaning it gained most of its traction in the last two decades.
People living today
1.2K
~ 1 in 293,454 Americans
Peak year
2009
79 babies that year
Average age
17
years old
2024 SSA rank
#5,193
Tracked since 1989
Popularity
Jazlin: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Jazlin from the 1980s through to the 2020s, spanning 5 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2000s, with 523 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 2000s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Jazlin 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 Jazlin during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Jazlins live
The SSA's state-level files cover 7 states and territories. California, Texas, Illinois recorded the most babies named Jazlin, while Arizona, New York, New Jersey recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 56 registrations each.
Origin
Meaning and history of Jazlin
The name Jazlin is a modern variant of the Arabic name Jasmine, which has its origins in the Persian word "yasmin" meaning "gift from God" or "flower." This name gained popularity in the West during the 20th century, as interest in Arabic and Middle Eastern cultures grew.
The earliest recorded use of the name Jazlin can be traced back to the late 20th century in North America, where it emerged as a creative spelling variation of Jasmine. While the name does not have a long historical record, it has become increasingly popular in recent decades as parents seek unique and unconventional names for their children.
One of the earliest known individuals with the name Jazlin was Jazlin D. Barker, an American journalist and author born in 1975. She gained recognition for her work as a war correspondent in Iraq and Afghanistan, documenting the experiences of soldiers and civilians during times of conflict.
Another notable figure with the name Jazlin is Jazlin Fatima, a Pakistani-American fashion designer and entrepreneur born in 1982. She is known for her sustainable and ethical clothing line, which combines traditional craftsmanship with modern design elements.
In the world of sports, Jazlin Sawyers is a British long jumper and Olympic athlete born in 1994. She represented Great Britain at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics and has won multiple medals at international competitions.
Jazlin Diaz-Juarez is a Mexican-American artist and muralist born in 1988. Her vibrant and colorful murals, which often depict themes of identity, culture, and social justice, can be found in various cities across the United States.
Jazlin Ghenda is a Kenyan-born British singer and songwriter who rose to prominence in the early 2000s with her unique blend of R&B and soul music. Her powerful vocals and emotive performances have earned her critical acclaim and a dedicated fan base.
While the name Jazlin may be a relatively new addition to the lexicon of given names, it has already made its mark in various fields, from journalism and fashion to sports and the arts. Its roots in Arabic and Persian cultures, combined with its modern and distinct sound, make it a name that captures the essence of multicultural identities and global influences.
People
Jazlin + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Jazlin as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with J
Other first names starting with J with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Jazlin: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Jazlin?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 1,168 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Jazlin 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 293,454 US residents.
Is Jazlin a common name?
We classify Jazlin as "Rare". It ranks above 91.1% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 1,183 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Jazlin most popular?
The single biggest year for Jazlin was 2009, when 79 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Jazlin is about 17 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Jazlin a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Jazlin 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.
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.