Rising since 1987, #1,673 for girls today.
Popularity of Maylin since 1974
Babies named Maylin per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 5 |
| 1980s | 84 |
| 1990s | 189 |
| 2000s | 844 |
| 2010s | 1,230 |
| 2020s | 781 |
Meaning & origin
Maylin entered the U.S. baby name scene in 1974, a period when many creative -lin names were emerging. It remained rare for decades, but has been rising since 1987, with a marked acceleration after 2000. By 2024 it achieved its peak rank, and in 2025 it sat at rank 1,673, with a rarity of 1 in every 13,067 births. Its top states include Missouri, Tennessee, and Michigan, suggesting a Midwestern and Southern appeal. The name's trajectory reflects a broader trend favor of soft, feminine, and modern-sounding names, making Maylin a contemporary choice that feels both fresh and familiar.
Maylin is a modern coinage, likely formed from the name May or the month May combined with the popular suffix -lin, seen in names like Kaylin and Jaylin. It first appeared in U.S. records in the 1970s and gained traction in the 21st century, especially after the year 2000. Its rise reflects a broader trend of melodic, -lin ending names for girls.
Where Maylin is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: May, Mae, Linnie
Sibling names for Maylin
Names that share Maylin's style, for a brother or sister.
