At a glance
- U.S. rank 2025
- Not in the 2025 data · last seen 2023 (#12,239)
- Babies in 2023
- 5 (<0.01% of boys)
- Peak
- #8,643 in 2003
- First recorded
- 1996
Meaning of Qualyn
Qualyn is a unique and distinctive name for boys with a rich history. Its origin is uncertain, but it likely has Celtic roots. The name Qualyn is pronounced as KWAH-lin (/kwɑˈlɪn/), and it may also be spelled as Quaylyn. In recent years, Qualyn has gained popularity in the United States, making it a trendy choice for parents seeking an uncommon name for their son. According to data from the Social Security Administration, Qualyn ranked 12,237th in 2017 and consistently appeared in the top 15,000 names since the late 1990s. With its stylish sound and intriguing background, Qualyn is an excellent choice for parents looking to bestow their son with a name that is both meaningful and contemporary.
How to pronounce Qualyn
- Pronounced KWAH-lin /kwɑˈlɪn/
Popularity of Qualyn in the U.S.
Qualyn was last recorded in the U.S. in 2023, ranked #12,239 with 5 babies. It peaked at #8,643 in 2003. It first appears in the records in 1996.
- Rank among U.S. boy names (right scale, #1 at the top)
Year-by-year table, 1996–2023 12 rows
| Year | Babies | Rank | vs previous year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 5 | 12,239 | back (not recorded in 2018–2022) |
| 2017 | 5 | 12,246 | back (not recorded in 2013–2016) |
| 2012 | 5 | 12,274 | ▲ 13 |
| 2011 | 5 | 12,287 | back (not recorded in 2010) |
| 2009 | 6 | 10,994 | back (not recorded in 2008) |
| 2007 | 7 | 9,788 | back (not recorded in 2004–2006) |
| 2003 | 7 | 8,643 | ▲ 749 |
| 2002 | 6 | 9,392 | back (not recorded in 2000–2001) |
| 1999 | 6 | 8,704 | ▲ 927 |
| 1998 | 5 | 9,631 | ▼ 366 |
| 1997 | 5 | 9,265 | ▼ 250 |
| 1996 | 5 | 9,015 | new |