Naidelyn
A feminine name of unknown origin with no clear meaning.
Name Census estimates that about 714 living Americans carry the first name Naidelyn. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Naidelyn today is around 16 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Naidelyn births was 1998 (78 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Naidelyn. 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.
People living today
714
~ 1 in 480,048 Americans
Peak year
1998
78 babies that year
Average age
16
years old
2024 SSA rank
#4,725
Tracked since 1998
Popularity
Naidelyn: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Naidelyn from the 1990s through to the 2020s, spanning 4 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2000s, with 322 total registrations. Although the numbers have come down from the 2000s peak, Naidelyn remains solidly in use and shows no sign of disappearing from maternity wards.
Babies born per year
Decades
Naidelyn 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 Naidelyn during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Naidelyns live
The SSA's state-level files cover 6 states and territories. Texas, California, Arizona recorded the most babies named Naidelyn, while New York, New Jersey, Illinois recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 57 registrations each.
Origin
Meaning and history of Naidelyn
Naidelyn is a name with a unique and intriguing history that spans across different cultures and time periods. Its origins can be traced back to the ancient Gaelic language, where it was derived from the word "naidheachd," meaning "news" or "tidings." The name Naidelyn was particularly popular among the Celtic tribes that inhabited the regions of modern-day Ireland and Scotland during the early medieval period.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Naidelyn can be found in the ancient Irish text "Lebor Gabála Érenn" (The Book of Invasions), which dates back to the 11th century. In this text, Naidelyn is mentioned as the name of a female warrior who fought alongside the legendary Irish hero Finn MacCool.
During the 12th century, the name Naidelyn gained popularity among the noble families of Scotland. One notable figure from this period was Naidelyn MacLeod, a Scottish noblewoman who played a pivotal role in the negotiations between the Scottish clans and the English monarchy during the reign of King Edward I.
In the 15th century, a prominent figure named Naidelyn O'Brien rose to prominence in Ireland. She was a renowned poet and bard, known for her beautiful compositions that celebrated the rich cultural heritage of the Irish people.
Fast forward to the 17th century, Naidelyn Douglas was a Scottish botanist and naturalist who made significant contributions to the study of plants and their medicinal properties. Her work was widely recognized and influenced the field of botany for generations to come.
Another notable figure from history who bore the name Naidelyn was an English author and playwright from the 18th century. Naidelyn Winslow was renowned for her thought-provoking plays that explored themes of social justice and gender equality, making her a pioneering voice in the literary world of her time.
Throughout its long and diverse history, the name Naidelyn has been carried by a remarkable array of individuals, each leaving their unique mark on the world. From warriors and nobility to poets, scientists, and artists, this name has been a testament to the rich tapestry of human experience and achievement across various cultures and eras.
People
Naidelyn + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Naidelyn as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with N
Other first names starting with N with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Naidelyn: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Naidelyn?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 714 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Naidelyn 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 480,048 US residents.
Is Naidelyn a common name?
We classify Naidelyn as "Very Rare". It ranks above 87.7% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 723 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Naidelyn most popular?
The single biggest year for Naidelyn was 1998, when 78 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Naidelyn is about 16 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Naidelyn a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Naidelyn 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.