Emma Girl
EH-muh
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Jazlyn
GirlAmerican (modern coinage)· “blend of Jasmine and -lyn”
- Meaning
- blend of Jasmine and -lyn
- Origin
- American (modern coinage)
- Pronunciation
- JAZ-lihn
- Syllables
- 2
- US rank 2025
- #537
- US babies 2025
- 563
- Best rank
- #378 (2008)
- Peak year
- 2008
Meaning and origin of Jazlyn
Jazlyn is an American (modern coinage) name that is usually said to mean “blend of Jasmine and -lyn”.
Jazlyn is a modern American name made by combining the jazz-like opening of Jasmine with the popular -lyn ending. Names ending in -lyn, from Brooklyn to Evelyn, have been in fashion for years, and Jazlyn blends that trend with a lively start. As a newer coinage, it does not have a traditional dictionary meaning beyond its parts, though some parents like the floral echo of Jasmine. Spellings vary, including Jazlynn and Jaslyn. It has a bright, upbeat personality and shortens easily to Jaz or Jazzy. It fits well with other contemporary names and is simple to pronounce.
Popularity over time
Jazlyn first appears in US Social Security records in 1981. It has ranked in the top 1,000 in 30 different years, starting in 1996. Its best national rank was #378 in 2008, the same year it reached its highest count of 860 babies. In 2025, 563 babies were named Jazlyn, and it ranked #537 nationally. Its use has been fairly steady over the past decade.
Its national rank moved from #664 in 2000, #407 in 2010, and #537 in 2025. Of the 17,490 US girls named Jazlyn since records began, 40% were born in the 2010s, its biggest decade. The 2000s come next, with 5,544 babies.
Other girls' names that peaked around the same time include Madelynn, Kaylin, Jaslene, Nataly, and Marlee.
Where it is most popular (2025)
In 2025, Jazlyn ranked highest in Arizona, California, and Maryland.
| State | Rank there | Babies |
|---|---|---|
| Arizona | #287 | 25 |
| California | #331 | 99 |
| Maryland | #369 | 15 |
| Texas | #398 | 84 |
| New York | #398 | 44 |
Gender, sound and spelling
In the US it is used almost only for girls.
Jazlyn is usually pronounced JAZ-lihn, with two syllables. It has six letters, starts with J and ends in “-yn”.
Middle names for Jazlyn
A few middle names that flow with Jazlyn: each avoids a matching first letter, a rhyme and a vowel clash where the names meet.
Sibling names for Jazlyn
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Jazlyn mean?
Jazlyn is an American (modern coinage) name that is usually said to mean “blend of Jasmine and -lyn”.
What is the origin of the name Jazlyn?
Jazlyn has modern American roots. Jazlyn is a modern American name made by combining the jazz-like opening of Jasmine with the popular -lyn ending.
Is Jazlyn a popular name?
Yes. Jazlyn ranked #537 in the US in 2025, which makes it in the top 1,000.
Is Jazlyn a boy or girl name?
Jazlyn is mainly a girl's name. In the US it is used almost only for girls.
How do you pronounce Jazlyn?
Jazlyn is usually pronounced JAZ-lihn. Stressed syllables are in capital letters.
Popularity figures come from US Social Security card applications (names given to at least five babies in a year, 1880 to 2025). How we source names and meanings