Rising since 1994, #2,778 for girls today.
Popularity of Mayeli since 1989
Babies named Mayeli per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 6 |
| 1990s | 61 |
| 2000s | 227 |
| 2010s | 342 |
| 2020s | 411 |
Meaning & origin
Mayeli is a modern invented name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1989. As of 2025, it ranked 2,778 nationally, with 1 in 26,349 newborn girls receiving the name. Its usage has been steadily rising since 1994, hitting a peak rank in 2023. The name shows strong regional popularity in California and Texas. Mayeli is a contemporary coinage, likely formed by combining the popular root Maya or the month May with the fashionable suffix -eli, a common pattern in modern American naming. It has no traditional etymological meaning but reflects a broader trend of creative, melodious feminine names.
Mayeli first appears in U.S. records in 1989. It appears to be a modern invented name, likely combining the popular root Maya or the month May with the trendy suffix -eli (seen in names like Karleigh or Ainsley). It has no established meaning or ancient roots.
Where Mayeli is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: May, Maya, Eli
Sibling names for Mayeli
Names that share Mayeli's style, for a brother or sister.
