Maelen Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: MAY-len //ˈmeɪ.lən//
Origin: Irish; Welsh
Meaning: Irish: 'little princess'; Welsh: 'gift from God'
Historical & Cultural Background
Maelen is a name that has roots in both Irish and Welsh cultures. In Irish tradition, names often reflect familial ties and social status, while in Welsh culture, names frequently carry spiritual significance.
The name has gained some popularity in modern times, particularly in English-speaking countries. Its unique sound and meaning contribute to its appeal among parents seeking distinctive names for their daughters.
Sibling suggestions
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Maelen was first seen in the United States in 2023.
Maelen has ranked as high as #22335 nationally, which occurred in 2023, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Maelen has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Maelen is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Maelen was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Maelen.
| Year | Total Births | Girl |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 6 | 6 |
Top States for Maelen
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
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