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Mayerli

may-ER-lee · Of uncertain origin, likely a modern invented name.

2025 rank (girls)
#13,208
Babies named in 2025
6
Peak popularity
2002
2025 frequency
1 in 267,878 girls
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Rising since 2020

Rising since 2020, #13,208 for girls today.

Popularity of Mayerli since 2001

Babies named Mayerli per year in U.S. Social Security records.

11213220102020Most births 2002Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
2000s68
2010s25
2020s34

Meaning & origin

Mayerli is a modern invented name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 2001. It belongs to the wave of creative names combining familiar elements with the trendy -li ending, similar to names like Kaylee or Hailey. The name saw its peak popularity shortly after introduction, reaching its highest rank in 2002. While always uncommon, it has been rising in usage since 2020, reflecting a possible renewed interest in unique, melodic girl names. Mayerli has no documented presence in top states, indicating its usage is spread thinly across the country. Its lack of traditional etymology or historical roots makes it a distinctly contemporary choice, appealing to parents seeking a name that sounds both familiar and fresh.

Mayerli is a modern invented name that first appeared in the United States in 2001. It may be a combination of elements from names like May or Mayer with the popular -li suffix, reflecting a trend of creating unique, feminine-sounding names. The name has no traditional etymology or historical usage.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: May, Maya, Lee

Sibling names for Mayerli

Names that share Mayerli's style, for a brother or sister.

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Mayerli mean?
Mayerli is a modern invented name with no established meaning. It likely originated as a creative combination of sounds, possibly derived from May or Mayer with the popular -li suffix.
How popular is the name Mayerli?
As of 2025, Mayerli ranked 13,208 in the United States, with an estimated 1 in 267,878 baby girls given the name. Its peak popularity was in 2002.
Is Mayerli a boy's or girl's name?
Mayerli is almost exclusively used for girls. According to Social Security data, it has been recorded as a female name since 2001.