Name Profile
Jaylen
“Calm or healer” — African American
BoyAfrican American2 syllablesCurrent rank #324 (2024)
About Jaylen
A modern and melodic African American boy's name, Jaylen carries the comforting meaning of "calm or healer." Its smooth, contemporary sound makes it a highly approachable and deeply soothing choice.
Quick Facts
GenderBoy
OriginAfrican American
Syllables2
Nicknames for Jaylen
JaylJaylyJayLen
Popularity in the U.S.
Jaylen ranks #324 in U.S. SSA 2024 boys data with 1,061 births..
Jaylen popularity chartUse the Births and Rank buttons to change the metric. The data values are listed below.Jaylen had 1,061 births in 2024.
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| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2005 | 1,998 | #194 |
| 2006 | 2,075 | #191 |
| 2007 | 2,085 | #193 |
| 2008 | 2,153 | #185 |
| 2009 | 2,233 | #175 |
| 2021 | 1,045 | #317 |
| 2022 | 1,053 | #319 |
| 2023 | 1,244 | #270 |
| 2024 | 1,061 | #324 |
Middle Name Ideas
- Jaylen James
- Jaylen Alexander
- Jaylen Reid
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does Jaylen mean?
Jaylen is commonly linked to the meaning Calm or healer and is associated with African American roots.
Is Jaylen a popular baby name in the U.S.?
Jaylen ranks #324 in U.S. SSA 2024 boys data with 1,061 births..
What are common nicknames for Jaylen?
Popular nicknames include Jayl, Jayly, Jay, Len.