Naylan
A masculine name of Arabic origin meaning "achievement, attainment".
Name Census estimates that about 15 living Americans carry the first name Naylan. It appears on both sides of the gender split, with 66.7% of registrations being male. The average person named Naylan today is around 11 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Naylan births was 2004 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Naylan. 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.
For a British comparison, Name Census UK has a UK baby-name profile for Naylan with official rankings and popularity over time.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Naylan. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
15
~ 1 in 22,850,289 Americans
Peak year
2004
5 babies that year
Average age
11
years old
2018 SSA rank
#13,529
Tracked since 2004
Gender
Gender distribution for Naylan
Naylan is one of the more evenly split names in the SSA data. Of the 15 total registrations, 10 (66.7%) were male and 5 (33.3%) were female.
Naylan as a male name
- Ranked #13,529 in 2018
- 5 male births in 2018
- Peak: 2004 (5 births)
Naylan as a female name
- Ranked #16,887 in 2023
- 5 female births in 2023
- Peak: 2023 (5 births)
Popularity
Naylan: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Naylan from the 2000s through to the 2020s, spanning 3 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2020s, with 5 total registrations. The name continues to be given at rates close to its all-time high, suggesting it has not yet fallen out of fashion.
Babies born per year
Decades
Naylan 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 Naylan during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Naylan
The name Naylan is a unique and intriguing one, with its origins shrouded in mystery and folklore. It is believed to have originated from the ancient Celtic language, spoken by the inhabitants of the British Isles and parts of continental Europe. The name itself is thought to be derived from the Celtic word "naidh," which translates to "champion" or "warrior."
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Naylan can be traced back to the 5th century AD, when it was mentioned in the Annals of Ulster, an ancient chronicle that documented the history of medieval Ireland. According to these records, a warrior named Naylan mac Cormaic fought bravely in the Battle of Móin Daire Lothair, a pivotal conflict between the kingdoms of Dál Riata and Cruithne.
Throughout the ages, the name Naylan has been associated with strength, courage, and resilience. In the 9th century, a Naylan of Argyll was revered for his unwavering leadership during the Viking invasions of Scotland. His exploits were immortalized in the ancient Gaelic ballads, which celebrated his valor and unwavering spirit.
The name Naylan also found its way into the annals of medieval literature. In the 12th century, a character named Naylan appeared in the Arthurian legends, where he was depicted as a skilled knight and a loyal companion of King Arthur. This depiction further solidified the name's association with chivalry and honor.
As time passed, the name Naylan continued to be borne by notable figures throughout history. In the 16th century, Naylan O'Donnell was a prominent Irish chieftain who played a significant role in the Nine Years' War against English rule. His bravery and tactical prowess earned him a place in the chronicles of Irish resistance.
Another notable bearer of the name was Naylan MacGregor, a Scottish clansman who lived in the 17th century. He was renowned for his fierce loyalty to his clan and his unwavering defense of their ancestral lands against encroaching forces. His acts of courage and defiance have been celebrated in countless Scottish folk tales and ballads.
While the name Naylan may have ancient roots, its significance and appeal have endured through the centuries, inspiring tales of valor, honor, and an indomitable spirit.
People
Naylan + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Naylan 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
Naylan: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Naylan?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 15 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Naylan 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 22,850,289 US residents.
Is Naylan a common name?
We classify Naylan as "Very Rare". It ranks above 35.3% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 15 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Naylan most popular?
The single biggest year for Naylan was 2004, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Naylan is about 11 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Naylan in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Naylan a male name?
Yes, 66.7% of people registered as Naylan in the SSA data are male. 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.
Is Naylan still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Naylan in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Naylan can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
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.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people share the name Naylan?
Find out how many Americans are named Naylan on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org — a quick modern estimate with the living-bearer count front and centre.