Aslyn

♀ Girl

Pronounced AZ-lin /ˈæz.lɪn/Medium

Meaning: Aslyn reads as a modern -lyn name, possibly a softened Aslan ('lion', Turkic) or a spin on Ashlyn. As used here its route is uncertain, which we note.Low

In 30 seconds: A crisp -lyn name: Aslyn may echo Aslan ('lion'; said 'AZ-lin'). Routes uncertain, which we note.

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Origin LowCoined, Turkish

MeaningAslyn reads as a modern -lyn name, possibly a softened Aslan ('lion', Turkic) or a spin on Ashlyn. As used here its route is uncertain, which we note.

U.S. rank (2025)#8423 ↗ Rising

2025 U.S. births12 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2008

Total births (all-time)≈ 424

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

As a girl's name, Aslyn reads as a modern -lyn name, perhaps a feminized Aslan or an Ashlyn-style blend. Crisp and current, its route is uncertain, which we note (said 'AZ-lin').

It appears only rarely for girls in the U.S. Rare, crisp, and modern.

Did you know? Aslyn may soften Aslan ('lion', famous from Narnia) or ride the Ashlyn wave. Its route here is uncertain, which we note (said 'AZ-lin').

Overall data confidence 34%

References — Aslyn — Aslan-linked or Ashlyn-style -lyn name; route uncertain

Variations

AslinAslinnAzlyn

Nicknames

AzLynAsly

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Aslyn mean?

Aslyn may echo Aslan ('lion') or be an Ashlyn-style -lyn name. The route is uncertain, which we note.

How do you pronounce Aslyn?

It's said AZ-lin /ˈæz.lɪn/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Aslyn a boy or girl name?

Aslyn is used here as a girl's name.

How popular is Aslyn?

Aslyn is a rare name for girls in the U.S.