gender neutral
Waylon
land beside the road, land by the highway
About Waylon
Rugged charm defines Waylon, a name with authentic Western character and musical soul. There's something undeniably cool about Waylon, an effortless confidence that comes from its cultural roots and distinctive sound. This choice appeals to parents seeking names with personality and grit, something that stands apart from softer, more conventional options. Waylon suggests independence and creativity, qualities embodied by its most famous bearer. The name's two syllables flow smoothly while maintaining strength and presence. It works particularly well for families who value individuality and aren't afraid of names with strong character. Waylon feels equally appropriate for a artistic spirit or an outdoors enthusiast, offering flexibility in how a child might grow into the name.
Popularity of the Name Waylon
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | New Zealand | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1968 | #828 | ||
| 1969 | #781 | ||
| 1970 | #758 | ||
| 1971 | #774 | ||
| 1972 | #872 | ||
| 1973 | #795 | ||
| 1974 | #855 | ||
| 1975 | #771 | ||
| 1976 | #650 | ||
| 1977 | #525 | ||
| 1978 | #507 | ||
| 1979 | #465 | ||
| 1980 | #419 | ||
| 1981 | #478 | #278 | |
| 1982 | #608 | ||
| 1983 | #631 | ||
| 1984 | #613 | ||
| 1985 | #655 | ||
| 1986 | #805 | ||
| 1987 | #808 | ||
| 1988 | #882 | ||
| 1989 | #934 | ||
| 1990 | #990 | ||
| 1991 | #948 | #737 | |
| 1992 | #910 | #686 | |
| 1994 | #967 | #681 | |
| 1996 | #996 | #821 | |
| 1997 | #976 | #649 | |
| 2002 | #758 | #993 | |
| 2003 | #841 | #831 | |
| 2004 | #689 | #895 | |
| 2005 | #615 | #900 | |
| 2006 | #544 | #974 | |
| 2007 | #520 | ||
| 2008 | #547 | #865 | |
| 2009 | #480 | #796 | |
| 2010 | #421 | #728 | |
| 2011 | #373 | #690 | |
| 2012 | #324 | #784 | |
| 2013 | #290 | #599 | |
| 2014 | #251 | #559 | |
| 2015 | #222 | #674 | |
| 2016 | #196 | #456 | |
| 2017 | #162 | #381 | |
| 2018 | #142 | #459 | |
| 2019 | #113 | #307 | |
| 2020 | #103 | #325 | |
| 2021 | #69 | #234 | |
| 2022 | #66 | #222 | |
| 2023 | #63 | #191 | |
| 2024 | #65 | #181 | |
| 2025 | #56 | #178 | |
| 1995 | #731 |
Top names by country: United States · New Zealand · Canada
Variations of Name Waylon
Names Similar to Waylon
Nicknames for Waylon
- Way
- Lon
- Waylo
- W.L.
- Wally
Famous People Named Waylon
| Waylon Jennings | American country music singer |
| Waylon Mercy | Professional wrestler |
| Waylon Malloy Payne | American actor and singer |
| Waylon Reavis | American musician and vocalist |
| Waylon Woolcock | South African professional cyclist |
| Waylon Francis | Costa Rican professional soccer player |
| Waylon Lowe | American mixed martial artist |
| Waylon Grange | American football player |
| Waylon Prather | American basketball player |
| Waylon Brannan | American musician |
| Waylon Bailey | American pastor and author |
| Waylon Pahona | Native American dancer and artist |
| Waylon Roberts | Canadian equestrian |
| Waylon Payne | American singer-songwriter and actor |
| Waylon Wood | Australian rules footballer |
| Waylon Wilson | American artist and illustrator |
Characters Named Waylon
| Waylon Smithers | "The Simpsons" |
| Waylon Jones | Killer Croc - DC Comics character |
| Waylon Park | "Outlast" video game |
| Waylon Jeepers | "Puppet Master" film series |
| Waylon Malloy | "True Blood" TV series |
| Waylon Manges | "The Office" TV series |
| Waylon Forge | "Teen Wolf" TV series |
| Waylon Zakharov | "Sid Meier's Alpha Centauri" video game |
| Waylon Broussard | "Friday Night Lights" TV series |
| Waylon Wilson | Weasel - Marvel Comics character |
| Waylon Vilkas | "The Elder Scrolls V - Skyrim" video game |
| Waylon "Jock" Jeffcoat | "Billions" TV series |
| Waylon Smith | "Convoy" movie |
| Waylon Flynt | "Borderlands 2" video game |
| Waylon Jennings | "The Dukes of Hazzard" TV series |
| Waylon Smit | "Black Sails" TV series |
| Waylon Andrews | "Lip Service" TV series |
| Waylon Malloy Payne | "Walk the Line" movie |