Find out how popular the first name Raylynn has been for the last 50 years (from 1974 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Raylynn by gender

Based on the last 50 years of data, Raylynn is more commonly used as a female name, with approximately 99% of people named Raylynn being female.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 185 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Raylynn.

The history of the first name Raylynn

The name Raylynn is a modern construction that combines the names Ray and Lynn. It does not have a deep historical origin or cultural significance.

Ray is a Medieval English name derived from the Germanic name Ragin, meaning "counsel" or "advice." It was a common name among the Norman nobility after the Norman Conquest of England in 1066. Lynn is an English surname that originated as a place name, referring to a town in Norfolk, England.

There are no known historical references to the name Raylynn in ancient texts, religious scriptures, or historical records. The name appears to have emerged in the late 20th century as a combination of the two names, likely inspired by the trend of creating unique and creative names for newborns.

Due to its recent origin, there are no famous historical figures or notable people from earlier periods who bore the name Raylynn. However, here are five individuals with this name from modern times:

1. Raylynn Hutchinson, an American singer and songwriter from Texas, born in 1996.
2. Raylynn Leal, an American beauty pageant titleholder who competed in Miss Teen USA 2017.
3. Raylynn Barker, an American child actress known for her role in the TV series "Raising Hope" (2010-2014).
4. Raylynn Conner, an American competitive cheerleader and social media personality.
5. Raylynn Torres, an American gymnast who competed in the 2021 Nastia Liukin Cup.

While the name Raylynn lacks a deep historical background, its popularity reflects modern trends in naming conventions, with parents opting for unique and creative combinations of traditional names.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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