Vylet
A feminine diminutive form of the Russian name Velya.
Name Census estimates that about 90 living Americans carry the first name Vylet. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Vylet today is around 11 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Vylet births was 2013 (11 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Vylet. 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 Vylet. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
90
~ 1 in 3,808,382 Americans
Peak year
2013
11 babies that year
Average age
11
years old
2024 SSA rank
#11,014
Tracked since 2005
Popularity
Vylet: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Vylet from the 2000s through to the 2020s, spanning 3 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2010s, with 44 total registrations. Although the numbers have come down from the 2010s peak, Vylet remains solidly in use and shows no sign of disappearing from maternity wards.
Babies born per year
Decades
Vylet 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 Vylet 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 Vylet
The name Vylet is of Czech origin, with roots dating back to the 14th century. It is derived from the Old Czech word "výlet," which means "excursion" or "trip." This name was likely given to individuals who frequently traveled or embarked on journeys, perhaps merchants or explorers.
In the late 15th century, the name Vylet appeared in historical records from the region of Bohemia, which is now part of the Czech Republic. It was mentioned in several local chronicles and documents, indicating its usage among the Czech population.
One of the earliest recorded individuals with the name Vylet was Jan Vylet, a merchant who lived in Prague in the late 16th century. He is noted for his extensive trade routes throughout Eastern and Central Europe.
In the 17th century, a renowned Czech philosopher and educator named Matěj Vylet gained recognition for his contributions to the field of ethics and moral philosophy. He was born in 1612 and passed away in 1678.
During the 18th century, a Czech artist named Josef Vylet became known for his intricate woodcarvings and sculptures. His works adorned many churches and cathedrals throughout the Czech lands, and he is considered a master of the Baroque style.
In the 19th century, a Czech botanist named Václav Vylet made significant contributions to the study of plant life in his homeland. He authored several books on the flora of Bohemia and was respected for his extensive knowledge of local plant species.
Another notable figure with the name Vylet was Karel Vylet, a Czech writer and journalist who lived from 1876 to 1942. He was known for his satirical novels and his critique of societal issues during his time.
While the name Vylet has its roots in Czech history and culture, it is possible that variations of the name or similar spellings may have existed in other Slavic languages or regions. However, the focus of this report is specifically on the Czech origins and usage of the name Vylet as a given name.
People
Vylet + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Vylet as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with V
Other first names starting with V with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Vylet: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Vylet?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 90 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Vylet 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 3,808,382 US residents.
Is Vylet a common name?
We classify Vylet as "Very Rare". It ranks above 63% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 91 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Vylet most popular?
The single biggest year for Vylet was 2013, when 11 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Vylet is about 11 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Vylet a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Vylet 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.