The nameWaylon
Waylon is an English name linked to Wayland, the smith of Germanic legend. The country singer Waylon Jennings made it popular in the United States.
- Boy's name
- English
Meaning
Waylon is a form of Wayland, the legendary smith Weland of Old English poetry, whose name may mean "battle land" or "craft".
Origin
English.
History
Waylon Jennings, a leading figure of outlaw country, made the name known. It has been in the American top 100 since 2021 and reached 62nd place in 2023.
Famous people named Waylon
- Waylon Jennings, country singer
- Waylon Smithers, character in The Simpsons
Popularity of the name Waylon
Waylon in the United States
Waylon was most popular in the United States in the 2020s, with 23,092 births over the decade, 46% of all recorded babies named Waylon. Its rise began around 2007, and it peaked in 2022. Half of all babies named Waylon in the United States were born before 2019, so it is mostly a name of today's children and teenagers. Over the last five years on record, it has been rising: 4,618 births a year on average, against 2,514 in the five years before.
Sibling names for Waylon
Names from the same generation as Waylon, whose popularity in the United States has followed a similar path.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Waylon mean?
Waylon is a form of Wayland, the legendary smith Weland of Old English poetry, whose name may mean "battle land" or "craft".
What is the origin of the name Waylon?
English.
Is Waylon a girl's or a boy's name?
Waylon is a boy's name.
How popular is the name Waylon?
In 2024, Waylon was the 65th most popular name for baby boys in the United States, with 4,878 births.
What are good sibling names for Waylon?
Names from the same generation, with a similar popularity in the United States: Willow, Isla, Hazel and Ivy for a sister, Brooks, Luca, Rowan and Theodore for a brother.
Who are famous people named Waylon?
Waylon Jennings, country singer; Waylon Smithers, character in The Simpsons.