Rising since 1999, #3,167 for girls today.
Popularity of Mayli since 1997
Babies named Mayli per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 13 |
| 2000s | 151 |
| 2010s | 206 |
| 2020s | 253 |
Meaning & origin
Mayli is a modern American name that first appeared in Social Security records in 1997. Its usage has been steadily rising since 1999, reflecting a broader trend of invented spellings and sound-based names popular in the 21st century. In 2025, Mayli was given to about 1 in every 32,145 baby girls, ranking 3,167th nationally. The name saw its highest rank to date in 2024, suggesting growing appeal. Geographically, Mayli has been most concentrated in California and Texas, states known for diverse and trendsetting naming practices. As a contemporary coinage, Mayli carries no historical or cultural baggage, offering families a fresh, melodic option with a distinctly modern feel.
Mayli first appears in U.S. records in 1997, likely a respelling of the name May or a creative variant of Miley. It has risen in use since 1999, possibly influenced by the popularity of similar-sounding names like Kaylee or Hailey. As a modern coinage, it has no traditional etymological root.
Where Mayli is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Mayli” around the world
Where Mayli lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
5
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Sibling names for Mayli
Names that share Mayli's style, for a brother or sister.
