Alyn is of Welsh origin, derived from the word 'aelwyn', meaning 'noble falcon'. It's a unisex name that has gained popularity in recent years. The name Alyn is often associated with strength and elegance, much like its avian namesake.
The name Alyn had a peak popularity in the late 1940s and early 1950s with at least 7 births each year between 1946 and 1952. After that, its usage declined steadily over time, with only occasional years showing more than 5 births up until recent times, such as in 2020 when there were 7 recorded births. Overall, from 1928 to 2020, there have been a total of 315 births named Alyn.