Declining since 2008, #2,173 for girls today.
Popularity of Maryn since 1967
Babies named Maryn per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 2007, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Maryn's real moment was 2017.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 5 |
| 1970s | 43 |
| 1980s | 132 |
| 1990s | 235 |
| 2000s | 969 |
| 2010s | 1,023 |
| 2020s | 526 |
Meaning & origin
Maryn is a modern feminine given name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1967. Its popularity peaked in 2017, when it reached its highest rank, but it has been decreasing in use since 2008. In 2025, it ranked 2,173rd, with about 1 in 18,909 newborn girls receiving the name. While its exact origin is debated, Maryn is most often considered a respelling of Mary or a variant of Marin, reflecting a broader trend of unique spellings that emerged in the late 20th century. The name saw its greatest frequency during the 2010s, with particular popularity in Missouri, North Carolina, and Texas. Its trajectory as a falling name suggests it may become less common in coming years, but it remains a distinctive choice for parents seeking a name that feels both familiar and contemporary.
Maryn appears to be a modern respelling of Mary, itself derived from the Hebrew name Miriam. It may also be a variant of the Latin name Marinus, meaning 'of the sea,' or the Welsh name Mair. The spelling with a 'y' became more common in the late 20th century, reflecting a trend toward unique name forms. Since the 1960s, Maryn has been used as a feminine given name in the United States, with a notable rise in popularity during the 2000s and 2010s.
Where Maryn is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Mary, Mia, Ryn
Sibling names for Maryn
Names that share Maryn's style, for a brother or sister.
