Holding steady, #8,910 for boys today.
Popularity of Mylon since 1940
Babies named Mylon per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1992, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Mylon's real moment was 2023.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1940s | 11 |
| 1950s | 12 |
| 1960s | 23 |
| 1970s | 39 |
| 1980s | 23 |
| 1990s | 95 |
| 2000s | 60 |
| 2010s | 99 |
| 2020s | 63 |
Meaning & origin
Mylon is a distinctive and uncommon name that has appeared sporadically in American records since 1940. Its highest rank to date was in 2023, when it reached position 8,910. The name has remained stable in usage, with a one-in-213,510 frequency in 2025. Top states for the name are not recorded, suggesting its use is geographically scattered. While its etymology remains uncertain, Mylon may appeal to parents seeking a modern, phonetic name with a soft sound and a contemporary feel.
Mylon is a name of uncertain derivation. It may have emerged as a modern invention, perhaps influenced by the popularity of names ending in -on such as Dylan or Jason. Alternatively, it could be a respelling of the Slavic name Milan, though no direct connection is documented. The name has seen rare but consistent use in the United States since at least the 1940s.
Nicknames & variants
Sibling names for Mylon
Names that share Mylon's style, for a brother or sister.
