Find out how popular the first name Jehilyn has been for the last 10 years (from 2014 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Jehilyn by gender

Based on the last 10 years of data, Jehilyn is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 115 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Jehilyn.

The history of the first name Jehilyn

The name Jehilyn has its origins in the ancient Aramaic language, which was widely spoken in the Middle East during the 6th century BCE. It is derived from the Aramaic words "yehi" meaning "let there be" and "lin" meaning "for us." The name can be interpreted to mean "let there be for us" or "a gift for us."

In the early days of Christianity, the name Jehilyn was popular among Aramaic-speaking communities in the regions of modern-day Syria, Lebanon, and Iraq. It was often given to children as a way of expressing gratitude for their birth and the blessings they were believed to bring to their families.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Jehilyn can be found in the writings of the 5th-century historian Sozomen, who mentioned a Christian martyr from Antioch named Jehilyn who was executed during the persecutions of the Roman Emperor Diocletian in the early 4th century.

Throughout the Middle Ages, the name Jehilyn remained in use among Christian communities in the Middle East, particularly in areas that had been influenced by Aramaic culture. Notable individuals bearing this name include Jehilyn of Damascus (1050-1120), a renowned scholar and theologian who wrote extensively on the interpretation of the Bible.

As the Aramaic language and culture gradually declined in the region, the name Jehilyn also became less common. However, it was occasionally used in other parts of the world, such as in Europe, where it was sometimes adapted to local languages and spellings.

One such example is Jehilyn of Saxony (1485-1555), a German noblewoman who played a significant role in the Protestant Reformation and was a close friend of Martin Luther. Another notable figure was Jehilyn de Montfort (1620-1675), a French military leader who fought in the Thirty Years' War.

In more recent times, the name Jehilyn has experienced a resurgence in popularity, particularly among families of Middle Eastern descent who wish to honor their cultural heritage. However, its use remains relatively rare compared to other names of Aramaic or Middle Eastern origin.

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