Traylon
Rare variant form of the name Trenton, likely from an invented surname origin.
Name Census estimates that about 274 living Americans carry the first name Traylon. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Traylon today is around 21 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Traylon births was 2002 (20 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Traylon. 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
274
~ 1 in 1,250,928 Americans
Peak year
2002
20 babies that year
Average age
21
years old
2024 SSA rank
#14,015
Tracked since 1977
Popularity
Traylon: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Traylon from the 1970s through to the 2020s, spanning 6 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2000s, with 104 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 2000s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Traylon 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 Traylon during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Traylons live
Origin
Meaning and history of Traylon
The name Traylon finds its roots in the ancient Aramaic language, which was widely spoken in the Middle East during the 6th century BCE. The name is believed to be derived from the Aramaic word "trayln," which means "to journey" or "to travel." This linguistic origin suggests that the name was likely given to individuals who embarked on significant journeys or lived a nomadic lifestyle.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Traylon can be found in the ancient Aramaic texts known as the Dead Sea Scrolls. These scrolls, discovered in the Qumran caves near the Dead Sea in the mid-20th century, contain a reference to a person named "Traylon son of Eleazar," who is mentioned as a member of a local community.
Throughout history, the name Traylon has been associated with several notable individuals. In the 3rd century CE, a scholar and philosopher named Traylon of Antioch was renowned for his contributions to the study of Stoicism. His writings on ethics and virtue were highly influential during his time.
During the Byzantine Empire, a military commander named Traylon the Brave gained recognition for his valor and strategic prowess in defending the empire's borders against invading forces. His exploits were chronicled in various historical accounts from the 9th century CE.
In the 12th century, a renowned poet and mystic from Persia, known as Traylon Rumi, left a lasting impact on the literary and spiritual traditions of the region. His poetic works, infused with Sufi mysticism, continue to be celebrated and studied to this day.
Another notable figure bearing the name Traylon was a renowned explorer from the 15th century. Traylon the Navigator, hailing from the Iberian Peninsula, was credited with pioneering new trade routes and expanding the geographical knowledge of his time.
While the name Traylon may have evolved and taken on various forms across different cultures and regions, its ancient roots and historical associations have endured, reflecting a rich tapestry of journeys, wisdom, and remarkable achievements.
People
Traylon + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Traylon 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
Traylon: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Traylon?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 274 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Traylon 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 1,250,928 US residents.
Is Traylon a common name?
We classify Traylon as "Very Rare". It ranks above 78.2% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 278 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Traylon most popular?
The single biggest year for Traylon was 2002, when 20 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Traylon is about 21 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Traylon a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Traylon 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.
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.