Zaylyn is of American origin, derived from the combination of 'Zay' and 'lynn'. It gained popularity in the late 20th century as a unique alternative to more traditional names. Zaylyn is often associated with the sound of music due to its melodic rhythm, making it appealing to parents with an appreciation for creative names. As a unisex name, Zaylyn offers flexibility in terms of gender association and can be used independently or as part of a longer compound name such as Zaylyndra or Zaylynnara. Spelling variations include Zailyn, Zaylorin, and Zaelynn, reflecting the trend towards personalized spelling choices among modern parents. The name Zaylyn reached its peak popularity in 2017 when it was ranked #953 for girls' names by Social Security records in the United States.
Zaylyn has seen a steady increase in popularity from 2010 to 2023, with the highest number of births recorded in 2019 and 2020. The name reached its peak popularity between these two years, with 17 and 11 births respectively. However, it has maintained a consistent level of usage even after this peak, with around 7 to 9 births each year since 2021. Overall, Zaylyn has been a relatively uncommon name over the past decade, with a total of only 105 births recorded between 2010 and 2023.