Waylon is a baby boy name tracked in official U.S. Social Security baby-name records. In 2024, Waylon was given to 4,878 boys, ranking No. 65 for boys and 27 girls, ranking No. 5000 for girls in U.S. Social Security records. This page focuses on popularity and usage data so parents can compare the name with confidence.
Popularity Snapshot For Waylon
In 2024, Waylon was given to 4,878 boys, ranking No. 65 for boys and 27 girls, ranking No. 5000 for girls in U.S. Social Security records.
The name has appeared in national records since 1911 and shows 49,881 recorded births between 1911 and 2024.
Is Waylon Used For Boys, Girls, Or Both?
Waylon is used mostly for boys in current records, with lighter but visible use for girls.
Why Parents Compare Waylon
Parents comparing Waylon often look at popularity, spelling familiarity, sound, and how the name fits with sibling names or a family surname.
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