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Waylon

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Pronounced WAY-lən /ˈweɪ.lən/High

Meaning: From an English surname — Old English, 'land beside the road/way' (and echoing Weland/Wayland the legendary smith); here for girls; routes layeredLow

In 30 seconds: Country-cool and modern: Waylon means 'land beside the road' — and echoes Wayland the legendary smith. Mostly a boys' name; here for girls, fresh and warm.
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Origin MediumEnglish
MeaningFrom an English surname — Old English, 'land beside the road/way' (and echoing Weland/Wayland the legendary smith); here for girls; routes layered
U.S. rank (2024)#5000 ↘ Falling
2024 U.S. births27 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2023
Total births (all-time)≈ 273

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202320132024

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

Waylon comes from an English surname — Old English, 'land beside the road or way' — and also echoes Weland/Wayland, the legendary master smith of Germanic myth (routes layered, which we note). Made famous by Waylon Jennings; predominantly a boys' name, here covered for girls honestly.

It registers thinly for girls. Rare for girls, land-beside-the-road at the root, and country-cool.

Did you know? Waylon means 'land beside the road/way' (Old English) and echoes Wayland, the legendary smith of myth — made famous by outlaw-country singer Waylon Jennings; predominantly a boys' name.
Overall data confidence 60%
Behind the Name — Waylon — routes layered

Variations

WaylanWeylinWaylen

Nicknames

Way

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Waylon mean?

Waylon is English for 'land beside the road/way' (and echoes Wayland the smith); the routes are layered.

How do you pronounce Waylon?

It's said WAY-lən /ˈweɪ.lən/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Waylon a boy or girl name?

Waylon is mostly a boys' name; this page covers its use for girls.

How popular is Waylon?

Waylon is rare for girls in the U.S.

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