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More popular than the Jalen spelling. Like other names with many variants, when you count up all the alternatives, the name is much more popular than it first appears. 

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Jaylen is a contemporary name that gained popularity in the late 20th century. Likely created as a variation of names beginning with 'Jay' (such as Jason or Jayson) combined with the popular '-len' suffix found in names like Allen or Glen. The name may also be influenced by the success of similar-sounding names like Jalen, which gained prominence after basketball player Jalen Rose (whose name was a combination of his father's and uncle's names). While originally more common for boys, Jaylen has emerged as a unisex name with feminine usage increasing since the 2000s. The name peaked in popularity for boys in the 2010s, ranking in the top 200 names in the United States. The versatile sound patterns and contemporary feel of Jaylen have contributed to its appeal across diverse communities. The name exemplifies modern naming trends that favor distinctive sounds with flexible gender associations.

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