Healing, or a person of the plains
Jailan is a modern name with multiple possible roots. In an Arabic context, it is often associated with the concept of healing or a place in Iran. In an English context, it is frequently used as a creative modern variant of names like Jalen or Jaylen, which are often considered invented American names.
Less common today
Jailan isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #4,662 in 2001.
Egyptian journalist and author
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).