| Meaning | land by the road |
| Origin | English |
| Gender | Boy |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 6 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Syllabification | Way-lan |
Waylan evokes imagery of open roads and adventurous spirits, combining rustic charm with contemporary flair. The name suggests independence and creativity, qualities many parents hope to nurture in their children. Its melodic quality rolls off the tongue with ease, while the unconventional spelling adds personality and distinction. Waylan fits comfortably within current naming trends favoring unique twists on traditional sounds. The name works well across various personalities and pursuits, from artistic endeavors to athletic achievements. With its approachable yet memorable quality, Waylan offers the best of both worlds—familiar enough to feel comfortable, distinctive enough to stand out.
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| Waylan Jennings | American country music singer |
| Waylan Honeycutt | Former NFL player |
| Waylan Siverand | American football player |
| Waylan Mitchell | Canadian politician |
| Waylan Choy | American poet |
| Waylan Pahona | Native American artist |
| Waylan Lambert | Australian musician |
| Waylan Deeds | American actor |
| Waylan Marcellus | Canadian singer |
| Waylan McClelland | Canadian filmmaker |
| Waylan Cash | American author |
| Waylan Roland | American basketball player |
| Waylan Owens | American football coach |
| Waylan St. Palan | Australian writer |
| Waylan Wolverton | American musician |
| Waylan Brunette | Canadian ice hockey player |
| Waylan Smalley | American pastor |
| Waylan Strickland | American politician |
| Waylan VanHoudt | Canadian wrestler |
| Waylan Tibbs | American photographer |
| Waylan Smithers | Character from "The Simpsons" |
| Waylan Gekko | Character from "Wall Street - Money Never Sleeps" |
| Waylan Gur | Character from "Star Wars" expanded universe |
| Waylan Prime | Character from "Transformers" comics |