Preslynn
A variant of the feminine name Presley with a creative spelling.
Name Census estimates that about 121 living Americans carry the first name Preslynn. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Preslynn today is around 8 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Preslynn births was 2014 (16 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Preslynn. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
People living today
121
~ 1 in 2,832,680 Americans
Peak year
2014
16 babies that year
Average age
8
years old
2024 SSA rank
#13,090
Tracked since 2012
Popularity
Preslynn: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Preslynn from the 2010s through to the 2020s, spanning 2 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2010s, with 73 total registrations. Although the numbers have come down from the 2010s peak, Preslynn remains solidly in use and shows no sign of disappearing from maternity wards.
Babies born per year
Decades
Preslynn by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Preslynn during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Preslynn
The name Preslynn is a relatively modern invention, likely combining elements from several existing names and words to create a new, unique moniker. Its origins are not clearly rooted in any single language or culture, but rather seem to be a creative amalgamation of sounds and meanings.
One possible root is the Welsh name "Presli," meaning "parsley" or "from the parsley meadow." This could be a nod to the herb's association with purity and fertility in Celtic mythology. Additionally, the suffix "-lynn" is a common ending for feminine names, often derived from the Gaelic word "linn," meaning "pool" or "lake."
However, the name Preslynn may also draw inspiration from the legendary American singer Elvis Presley, whose influence on popular culture cannot be overstated. The combination of "Pres" (a shortened form of "Presley") and "lynn" could be seen as a tribute to the King of Rock and Roll.
Historical records of the name Preslynn are scarce, as it is a relatively modern coinage. One of the earliest documented instances appears to be a character named Preslynn Holden in the 2003 novel "The Mermaid Chair" by Sue Monk Kidd. This fictional character likely helped to popularize the name in the early 21st century.
As for notable individuals bearing the name Preslynn, there are a few examples worth mentioning. Preslynn Meadors (born in 2000) is an American actress known for her role in the TV series "The Purge." Preslynn Welch (born in 2002) is a Canadian singer and songwriter who gained popularity on social media platforms.
Although the name is still relatively uncommon, it has begun to appear more frequently in recent years. In 2021, Preslynn Moller made headlines as a young entrepreneur and CEO of her own lemonade company in Utah. Additionally, Preslynn Simpler is a successful American YouTuber and social media influencer.
While the name Preslynn may not have a deep historical lineage, its unique blend of sounds and potential meanings has captured the imagination of parents seeking a distinctive and memorable name for their children. As it continues to gain popularity, it is likely that more individuals bearing this name will make their mark in various fields and professions.
People
Preslynn + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Preslynn as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with P
Other first names starting with P with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Preslynn: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Preslynn?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 121 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Preslynn going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 2,832,680 US residents.
Is Preslynn a common name?
We classify Preslynn as "Very Rare". It ranks above 67.3% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 122 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Preslynn most popular?
The single biggest year for Preslynn was 2014, when 16 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Preslynn is about 8 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Preslynn in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Preslynn a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Preslynn in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Preslynn still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Preslynn in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Preslynn can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people have the name Preslynn?
Find out how many people share the name Preslynn on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org — a quick modern estimate with the living-bearer count front and centre.