Rising since 1987, #1,248 for girls today.
Popularity of Maelyn since 1982
Babies named Maelyn per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 13 |
| 1990s | 96 |
| 2000s | 325 |
| 2010s | 1,035 |
| 2020s | 1,021 |
Meaning & origin
Maelyn is a modern feminine name that has been in steady ascent since it first appeared on U.S. birth records in 1982. Over the past four decades, it has been following a rising trajectory since 1987, climbing to its peak popularity in 2024. In 2025, the name ranked 1,248th, with approximately 1 in 8,929 baby girls receiving it. Geographically, Maelyn has shown particular favor in Alabama, Wisconsin, and Louisiana, suggesting a regional appeal in the South and Midwest. The name exemplifies the contemporary preference for combining established names like May and Lynn into fresh, melodic blends, a pattern that has produced many similar coinages in recent years.
Maelyn is a modern coinage, blending the names May and Lynn. May itself derives from the month name or from the Latin Maius, while Lynn is of Welsh origin meaning "lake." The name first appeared in U.S. records in 1982 and has been steadily rising, reflecting the trend of combining traditional elements into new feminine names.
Where Maelyn is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Maelyn” around the world
Where Maelyn lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
5
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Mae, Lyn, Lynnie
Sibling names for Maelyn
Names that share Maelyn's style, for a brother or sister.
