Neylan
A feminine variant of Lancelot, derived from old French and Breton origins.
Name Census estimates that about 371 living Americans carry the first name Neylan. It appears on both sides of the gender split, with 69.8% of registrations being female. The average person named Neylan today is around 6 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Neylan births was 2023 (146 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Neylan. 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
371
~ 1 in 923,866 Americans
Peak year
2023
146 babies that year
Average age
6
years old
2024 SSA rank
#3,789
Tracked since 2000
Gender
Gender distribution for Neylan
Neylan is one of the more evenly split names in the SSA data. Of the 374 total registrations, 113 (30.2%) were male and 261 (69.8%) were female.
Neylan as a male name
- Ranked #6,073 in 2024
- 15 male births in 2024
- Peak: 2023 (23 births)
Neylan as a female name
- Ranked #3,789 in 2024
- 40 female births in 2024
- Peak: 2023 (123 births)
Popularity
Neylan: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Neylan 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 258 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
Neylan 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 Neylan during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Neylans live
The SSA's state-level files cover 7 states and territories. Texas, California, Florida recorded the most babies named Neylan, while South Carolina, New Jersey, Arizona recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 16 registrations each.
Origin
Meaning and history of Neylan
The name Neylan originates from the Persian language and culture, with its roots dating back to ancient times. It is derived from the Persian word "nay," which means "reed" or "flute," and is often associated with music and artistic expression.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Neylan can be found in the Persian epic poem "Shahnameh," written by the renowned poet Ferdowsi in the late 10th and early 11th centuries. In this literary masterpiece, Neylan is mentioned as the name of a skilled musician and performer.
Throughout history, several notable figures have borne the name Neylan. One of the most prominent was Neylan Shah (1420-1478), a Persian calligrapher and artist who lived during the Timurid dynasty. His exquisite calligraphic works and illuminated manuscripts are considered masterpieces of Islamic art.
Another historical figure was Neylan Khanum (1858-1924), a renowned Persian singer and performer who popularized traditional Iranian music during the Qajar era. Her mesmerizing voice and stage presence earned her widespread acclaim, and she is regarded as one of the most influential figures in Persian classical music.
In the realm of literature, Neylan Raza (1906-1984) was a prominent Urdu poet and writer from Pakistan. His poetry, which explored themes of love, spirituality, and social commentary, earned him numerous accolades, including the prestigious Pride of Performance award.
Moving to more recent times, Neylan Salahuddin (1938-2013) was an influential Egyptian actor and filmmaker. He gained recognition for his roles in several critically acclaimed films, and his contributions to the Egyptian cinema industry were widely celebrated.
These are just a few examples of the notable individuals who have carried the name Neylan throughout history, each leaving their mark in their respective fields and contributing to the rich tapestry of cultural heritage.
People
Neylan + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Neylan 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
Neylan: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Neylan?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 371 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Neylan 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 923,866 US residents.
Is Neylan a common name?
We classify Neylan as "Very Rare". It ranks above 81.6% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 374 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Neylan most popular?
The single biggest year for Neylan was 2023, when 146 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Neylan is about 6 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Neylan a female name?
Yes, 69.8% of people registered as Neylan 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.