Shaylin is a unique and modern given name of Irish origin, meaning "little bright one" or "small bright head". It is derived from the Irish word 'séadh', which means peaceful, along with the diminutive suffix '-ín'. The name Shaylin has gained popularity in recent years due to its charming sound and contemporary feel. It is often used for girls but can also be given to boys due to its unisex nature.
The name Shaylin experienced a notable rise in popularity from the late 1980s to the early 2000s, peaking with 91 births in 2003, followed by 75 births in 2004. After 2006, its usage began to decline significantly, with fewer than 50 births per year from 2007 onwards, and reaching a low of 10 births in 2023. Overall, there have been 1871 births named Shaylin since 1977.