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Paislyn

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Pronounced PAYZ-lin /ˈpeɪz.lɪn/High

Meaning: A modern respelling of Paisley (a town near Glasgow, and the swirling teardrop textile pattern) with the fashionable -lyn ending. Stylish and current.Low

In 30 seconds: A stylish spin on Paisley: Paislyn nods to the Scottish town and the swirling pattern (said 'PAYZ-lin'). Modern and crisp.
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Origin LowScottish, English
MeaningA modern respelling of Paisley (a town near Glasgow, and the swirling teardrop textile pattern) with the fashionable -lyn ending. Stylish and current.
U.S. rank (2025)#7800 ↗ Rising
2025 U.S. births14 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2019
Total births (all-time)≈ 196

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 201920122025

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

Paislyn is a modern take on Paisley (Scottish place and textile pattern), finished with -lyn. It reads chic and contemporary - rare in this spelling in the U.S. (said 'PAYZ-lin').

It appears only recently and rarely, next to Paisley. Rare, stylish, and crisp.

Did you know? Paislyn reworks Paisley - a town near Glasgow and the famous swirling teardrop pattern - with the trendy -lyn ending, a stylish, current name (said 'PAYZ-lin').
Overall data confidence 42%
References - Paislyn — Paisley + -lyn; Scottish place/pattern

Variations

PaisleyPaislynnPaislee

Nicknames

PaisLyn

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Paislyn mean?

Paislyn reworks Paisley - a Scottish town and the swirling teardrop pattern - with a -lyn ending.

How do you pronounce Paislyn?

It's said PAYZ-lin /ˈpeɪz.lɪn/ - two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Paislyn a boy or girl name?

Paislyn is a girl's name.

How popular is Paislyn?

Paislyn is a rare, recent name in the U.S.

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