Path or way
In Sanskrit, Jalan refers to a path, road, or way. It is also sometimes used in African contexts, specifically within the Somali language, where it can relate to a similar concept of a journey or route. In the United States, it is often perceived as a modern invented name or a variation of Jalen.
Less common today
Jalan isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #1,537 in 2000.
Historical trading region and tribe in Oman
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
