Holding steady.
Popularity of Mylinh since 1979
Babies named Mylinh per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 5 |
| 1980s | 87 |
| 1990s | 76 |
| 2000s | 96 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 5 |
Meaning & origin
Mylinh is a rare modern name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1979. Its usage peaked modestly in 1989, but it has never entered the national top 1000, remaining a distinctive choice. The name's exact etymology is unclear, likely a creative blend of Vietnamese name elements. With a frequency of approximately 1-in-N (no data available) births, Mylinh stands out as a unique and uncommon name. Its trajectory has been stable, and it has been recorded consistently without a recent revival. While not tied to any particular state or region, it may appeal to families with Vietnamese heritage or those seeking a melodic, modern-sounding name.
Mylinh appears to be a modern coinage, possibly blending the phonetic elements 'My' (common in Vietnamese names, meaning 'beautiful' or 'charming') and 'Linh' (a Vietnamese name element meaning 'soul' or 'spirit'). However, the specific combination 'Mylinh' is not a traditional Vietnamese name and is primarily recorded in the United States from the late 1970s onward, suggesting it may be a creative modern construction or a respelling of similar-sounding names.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: My, Linh, Mimi
Variants: Mi Linh, Mai Linh
Sibling names for Mylinh
Names that share Mylinh's style, for a brother or sister.
