Taylyn
75% girls · 25% boys
About Taylyn
Taylyn is a modern feminine name that blends contemporary naming trends with a melodic quality. Likely created as a combination of the popular prefix 'Tay-' (as in Taylor or Tayler) and the trendy suffix '-lyn' (found in names like Brooklyn and Madelyn), this name emerged in the early 21st century. Taylyn has a fresh, distinctive sound while maintaining familiarity through its recognizable elements. The name carries a light, airy feel with its soft consonants and flowing rhythm. While not among the most common names, Taylyn has been gradually gaining recognition, particularly in North America. Its appeal lies in its uniqueness while still being intuitive to pronounce and spell, making it an attractive choice for parents seeking a contemporary name with a feminine quality.
Taylyn is also given to boys, where it ranks #8181 in the US.
Pronounced TAY-lin.
As of October 2026, Taylyn ranked #4655 for girls and #8181 for boys in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #3165 for girls in 2013.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | #3,580 | 44 | 24.6 |
| 2015 | #3,911 | 39 | 21.8 |
| 2016 | #4,978 | 28 | 15.8 |
| 2017 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | #4,347 | 33 | 19.4 |
| 2019 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | #3,833 | 38 | 23.5 |
| 2021 | #3,667 | 42 | 25.6 |
| 2022 | #3,882 | 39 | 23.8 |
| 2023 | #4,985 | 27 | 16.8 |
| 2024 | #3,682 | 42 | 25.9 |
| 2025 | #4,655 | 30 | 18.7 |