Name comparison · boy names
Walker vs. Waylon
In 2025, Waylon leads at #56 among U.S. boys' names, with Walker at #78. The full 145-year picture below shows how the two names got here.
Popularity since 1880
Head to head
| Metric | Walker | Waylon |
|---|---|---|
| Trend | Rising | Rising |
| 2025 rank | #78 | #56 |
| Babies in 2025 | 4,204 | 5,408 |
| All-time peak | #78 in 2022 | #56 in 2025 |
| Uniqueness score | 17 / 100 | 14 / 100 |
| Strongest state | Alabama (#14) | West Virginia (#1) |