The nameRaelynn
Raelynn is a modern American girl's name combining Rae and Lynn. It reached the top 100 in 2022.
- Girl's name
- American
Meaning
Raelynn combines Rae, a short form of Rachel, "ewe", and Lynn, from the Welsh llyn, "lake".
Origin
American, a modern combination.
History
The country singer RaeLynn helped the name. It reached 99th place in the United States in 2022.
Famous people named Raelynn
- RaeLynn, country singer
Popularity of the name Raelynn
Raelynn in the United States
Raelynn was most popular in the United States in the 2010s, with 15,814 births over the decade, 49% of all recorded babies named Raelynn. Its rise began around 2008, and it peaked in 2022. Half of all babies named Raelynn in the United States were born before 2018, so it is mostly a name of today's children and teenagers. Over the last five years on record, its popularity has held steady at around 2,575 births a year.
Variants and related names
Sibling names for Raelynn
Names from the same generation as Raelynn, whose popularity in the United States has followed a similar path.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Raelynn mean?
Raelynn combines Rae, a short form of Rachel, "ewe", and Lynn, from the Welsh llyn, "lake".
What is the origin of the name Raelynn?
American, a modern combination.
Is Raelynn a girl's or a boy's name?
Raelynn is a girl's name.
How popular is the name Raelynn?
In 2024, Raelynn was the 113th most popular name for baby girls in the United States, with 2,412 births.
What are the variants of the name Raelynn?
Variants and related names of Raelynn include Rachel.
What are good sibling names for Raelynn?
Names from the same generation, with a similar popularity in the United States: Leia, Kinsley, Arya and Rosalie for a sister, Everett, Jameson, Remy and Matteo for a brother.
Who are famous people named Raelynn?
RaeLynn, country singer.