Thailen
A name with uncertain meaning and origin, potentially relating to Thailand.
Name Census estimates that about 5 living Americans carry the first name Thailen. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Thailen today is around 12 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Thailen births was 2014 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Thailen. 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.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Thailen. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
5
~ 1 in 68,550,868 Americans
Peak year
2014
5 babies that year
Average age
12
years old
2014 SSA rank
#13,856
Tracked since 2014
Popularity
Thailen: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Thailen 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 Thailen during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Thailen
The name Thailen has its origins in the ancient Khmer language of Cambodia, where it was originally spelled as "Thalein". The name can be traced back to the Angkorian period of the Khmer Empire, which flourished from the 9th to the 15th century AD. It is derived from the Khmer words "tha" meaning "great" and "lein" meaning "spirit" or "essence".
One of the earliest recorded references to the name Thailen can be found in the inscriptions on the walls of the Angkor Wat temple complex, built in the early 12th century. Here, the name is mentioned in connection with a revered Buddhist monk who is believed to have played a significant role in the construction of the temple.
Throughout the centuries, the name Thailen has been borne by several notable figures in Cambodian history. One such individual was Thailen Khiev, a renowned scholar and poet who lived during the 16th century reign of King Barom Reachea II. His works, which explored themes of spirituality and the human condition, are still studied and celebrated today.
In the 18th century, Thailen Norodom was a prominent military leader who played a crucial role in the struggle against Siamese (Thai) invasion and occupation of Cambodia. His bravery and strategic genius were instrumental in preserving the nation's independence and sovereignty.
Another historical figure bearing the name Thailen was a Buddhist monk who lived in the 19th century. Known as Thailen Samdech Preah Sanghareach, he was revered for his wisdom and spiritual teachings, which had a profound influence on the religious and cultural life of Cambodia during that time.
Lastly, Thailen Pich was a celebrated Cambodian artist and sculptor who lived in the early 20th century. His intricate carvings and sculptures, which often depicted scenes from Buddhist mythology and Khmer folklore, are regarded as masterpieces of traditional Cambodian art.
While the name Thailen has largely fallen out of use in modern times, it remains a significant part of Cambodia's rich cultural heritage, serving as a reminder of the nation's glorious past and the enduring legacy of its ancient traditions.
People
Thailen + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Thailen as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with T
Other first names starting with T with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Thailen: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Thailen?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 5 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Thailen 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 68,550,868 US residents.
Is Thailen a common name?
We classify Thailen as "Very Rare". It ranks above 18.2% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 5 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Thailen most popular?
The single biggest year for Thailen was 2014, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Thailen is about 12 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 Thailen in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Thailen a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Thailen 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 Thailen still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Thailen 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 Thailen 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 have Thailen as a first name?
If you just want to know how many people share the name Thailen, HowManyOfMe.org gives you the headline number in one glance.