Modern invention, possibly meaning little sea or sky
Zaylan is a contemporary American name likely created by blending the popular 'Zay' prefix with the 'lan' suffix. It is often associated with the Arabic name Zayd, meaning growth or abundance, or the Hawaiian name Kai, meaning sea, though it functions primarily as a modern stylistic choice.
Less common today
Zaylan isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #2,822 in 2024.
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).