Declining since 2018, #6,838 for girls today.
Popularity of Mylene since 1950
Babies named Mylene per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 37 |
| 1960s | 144 |
| 1970s | 76 |
| 1980s | 78 |
| 1990s | 79 |
| 2000s | 165 |
| 2010s | 177 |
| 2020s | 112 |
Meaning & origin
Mylene is a relatively modern name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1950. It saw a peak in popularity in 2017, though it has been declining since 2018. As of 2025, it ranks 6,838, a curiosity among contemporary feminine names. Its origins remain obscure: some connect it to Greek 'melos' (song) or French 'miel' (honey), but it more likely arose as a stylish blend of sounds, akin to other '-lene' names of the 20th century. With about 1 in 100,454 births, Mylene is uncommon but not unheard of. It has no strong regional ties in the U.S., but its melodic quality makes it appealing for those seeking a unique yet familiar-sounding name.
Mylene appears to be a 20th-century creation, possibly influenced by names like Mila or Elena, with the popular '-lene' suffix. It may also draw from the Greek 'melos' (song) or French 'miel' (honey), but its origin is debated.
“Mylene” around the world
Where Mylene lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
15
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Mila, Lena, Mylie
Sibling names for Mylene
Names that share Mylene's style, for a brother or sister.
