Rising since 2007, #5,410 for girls today.
Popularity of Mailen since 2007
Babies named Mailen per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 21 |
| 2010s | 333 |
| 2020s | 329 |
Meaning & origin
Mailen is a modern name that entered U.S. records in 2007 and has been rising in use ever since. Its trajectory shows steady growth, with a peak in popularity in 2023. In 2025, it ranked 5,410 with approximately 1 in 69,881 newborns receiving the name. The name is most common in Texas, reflecting its appeal in creative naming circles. As a coinage of the 21st century, Mailen fits the trend of melodic, feminine names constructed from popular phonetic components. Its open-ended etymology makes it a blank canvas for families seeking a distinctive yet familiar-sounding option. Without historical baggage or established cultural referents, Mailen offers a fresh identity suited to contemporary tastes.
Mailen is a modern coinage that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 2007. It may be formed from the popular element 'Mai' (as in May or Maia) combined with the feminine suffix '-len,' or could be a respelling of Maylin or Maylene. The name lacks a historical or traditional etymology and is considered a contemporary invention.
Where Mailen is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Mai, Lennie
Sibling names for Mailen
Names that share Mailen's style, for a brother or sister.
