Waylon

Male

Meaning

Variant of Wayland. This name was popularized by country music singer Waylon Jennings (1937-2002), who was originally named Wayland [1].

Origin

English

Pronunciation

/ˈweɪlən/

Traits associated with the name Waylon:

Dogs named Waylon tend to be loving, strong-willed, and industrious. This name is also associated with companionship, and friendship.

What does it say about you to have a dog named Waylon?

Naming your dog Waylon suggests that you have an appreciation for classic country music and the outlaw country movement. It also suggests that you have a sense of humor and a laid-back attitude.

Is Waylon a good dog name?

Waylon has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. Waylon isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!

Popularity: Overall

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Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

Waylon is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!

Popularity: Historical Trend

Waylon was, in the past month, the 2796th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of March 2024, Waylon is becoming ever more niche with new puppy owners. Our stats suggest that the name is less fashionable than it was at this time last year.

We've seen quite a lot of variation in rank for this name, which may suggest seasonal factors or interest driven by pop culture events.

In the past week, Waylon was viewed 43 times, and liked 0 times.

Popularity: United States

The map below shows Waylon's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.

Waylon is most adored in Wisconsin, Maryland and Indiana.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in North Carolina, Texas and California.

Popularity: Around The World

And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Waylon.

Waylon is found in these categories:

country dog names
country

Named after Waylon Jennings, a renowned American singer-songwriter known for his outlaw music style.

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Waylon dog name meaning

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