By Pamela Redmond · Updated September 2026
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Maddyn is a contemporary feminine name that emerged as a modern variation of Madeline or Madison, with the trendy '-yn' ending that has become popular in recent decades. This creative spelling gives…
Spelling variation of Madison
With the ultra-popularity of Madison—currently ranked Number 15 for girls—it's inevitable that spelling deviations will make their way into the charts as well. Madyson joins this group of alternates,…
Irish variation of Catherine
"pure"
An Irish and Welsh form of Catherine, Caitlin was a boom name of the eighties, rocketing from obscurity (Americans first heard it via the wife of doomed poet Dylan Thomas) to the height of popularity…
Kailynn is a feminine name that represents a modern blend of the popular prefix 'Kai-' (found in names like Kayla and Kaitlyn) with the trendy suffix '-lynn.' This contemporary combination name…
Spelling variation of Adeline
As a variant of Adeline, Adilynn fits into a popular family of names with many alternate spellings—Adalyn, Adalynn, Adaline, Addilynn—all of which are higher on the popularity charts than this one.…
Aislyn is a feminine name of Irish and Gaelic origins, representing a modern Anglicized variation of Aisling (pronounced ASH-ling), which means 'dream' or 'vision' in Irish. The name emerged from the…
Emaan is a feminine name with Arabic origins, meaning 'faith' or 'belief.' It derives from the Arabic word 'iman,' a central concept in Islam representing faith in Allah. This spiritual name has…
Weslynn is a modern feminine name that combines elements of traditional names Wesley or Weston with the popular ending '-lynn.' This blended creation gives the name both familiarity and uniqueness.…
English
"town by the pool"
Lincoln might be considered one of the quintessential American names , calling to mind the great president who freed enslaved people and is memorialized in Washington. Although better known as a…
Maevyn is a contemporary feminine name with Celtic influences, possibly a modern spelling variation of Maeve or Maven. The traditional Irish name Maeve means "she who intoxicates" and was borne by a…
Irish
"old and wise"
Irish place-name -- it's a river, a town, and an airport -- once popular but now supplanted by such newer immigrants as Saoirse and Seanan.
Layken is a contemporary feminine name that has gained modest popularity in recent decades. Likely created as a modern variation of names like Laiken or Lake, possibly with influence from popular…
A spelling variation of Madeleine, which is the French form of Hebrew Magdalene meaning "from Magdala" or "from the high tower." While Madeleine is the most popular spelling option in the UK and…
"dark eyes"
Stylish and boyish but could work for a girl -- especially one with brown eyes -- and Sully is a quirky and jaunty nickname.
American invented name
Westlynn and even more so Westlyn are among the hottest new names for baby girls, rising hundreds of percentage points in use every year. Over 50 baby girls were named Westlynn in 2017, and more than…
See JALEN.
Chinese
"magnolia"
Mulan comes from a Chinese mythological ballad, in which Mulan disguises herself as a man to take the place of her father in war. The 1998 Disney movie of the same name was based on this legend. Read…
Modern invented name
This effort to update Sheryl combines Sher- with the familiar -lyn ending. Sherlyn was given to 145 baby girls in 2022, and seems to be on the rise.
Spelling variation of Caitlin
Caitlyn is following all variations on the Irish classic Caitlin down the US baby name charts, following decades of popular usage. The original Anglicized form Kathleen is now starting to feel…
Elowynn is a feminine name with modern aesthetic appeal, combining elements that evoke both nature and fantasy. Likely a contemporary creation inspired by traditional Welsh or Celtic naming patterns,…
