Maiken Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationMY-kən / /ˈmaɪ.kən/Dutch; Scandinavian
Meaning
Dutch: little Mary; Scandinavian: a form of the name Maika
Historical & Cultural Background
Maiken is a diminutive form of the name Maike, which is derived from Mary. In Dutch culture, diminutives are commonly used to convey affection. The name is also found in Scandinavian countries, where it is associated with various forms of Mary. It has gained some popularity in recent years, particularly in Northern Europe.
Trend Summary
Maiken has seen a modest rise in popularity in recent years, particularly in Europe.
Similar Names
Variants
- Maike
- Maika
International Variants
- Maika (Japanese)
- Maike (Dutch)
Famous people named Maiken
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Maiken was first seen in the United States in 2004. Maiken has ranked as high as #1336 nationally, which occurred in 2004, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Maiken has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Maiken
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
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2004 | 6 |
2022 | 5 |