Maylene Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationMAY-leen / /ˈmeɪliːn/English; French
Meaning
English: May flower; French: a combination of May and -lene suffix
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Maylene is often associated with the month of May, which is linked to spring and renewal. It may also derive from the French suffix '-lene', which is used in various names. The name has gained some popularity in English-speaking countries, particularly in the 20th century. It reflects a blend of traditional and modern naming trends.
Trend Summary
Maylene has seen moderate popularity in the United States, particularly in the late 20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Maylin
- Mylene
International Variants
- Maïlin (French)
- Mailyn (Spanish)
Famous people named Maylene
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Maylene was first seen in the United States in 1918. Maylene has ranked as high as #1340 nationally, which occurred in 2012, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Florida, and Arizona. In the past 5 years the name Maylene has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Maylene (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 7 | |
| CA | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1918 | 5 |
| 1920 | 5 |
| 1921 | 5 |
| 1922 | 6 |
| 1923 | 7 |
| 1925 | 6 |
| 1927 | 5 |
| 1929 | 7 |
| 1931 | 8 |
| 1932 | 6 |
| 1933 | 9 |
| 1936 | 5 |
| 1937 | 11 |
| 1938 | 9 |
| 1940 | 10 |
| 1941 | 5 |
| 1942 | 8 |
| 1943 | 11 |
| 1944 | 6 |
| 1945 | 5 |
| 1946 | 8 |
| 1947 | 7 |
| 1948 | 7 |
| 1949 | 8 |
| 1950 | 7 |
| 1951 | 7 |
| 1953 | 7 |
| 1954 | 16 |
| 1955 | 7 |
| 1958 | 7 |
| 1959 | 10 |
| 1960 | 6 |
| 1961 | 6 |
| 1962 | 6 |
| 1963 | 8 |
| 1964 | 6 |
| 1965 | 8 |
| 1966 | 9 |
| 1967 | 6 |
| 1968 | 7 |
| 1969 | 6 |
| 1970 | 6 |
| 1972 | 5 |
| 1973 | 7 |
| 1974 | 10 |
| 1976 | 8 |
| 1977 | 6 |
| 1978 | 12 |
| 1979 | 5 |
| 1980 | 6 |
| 1981 | 8 |
| 1982 | 11 |
| 1983 | 11 |
| 1985 | 11 |
| 1986 | 7 |
| 1987 | 17 |
| 1988 | 12 |
| 1989 | 11 |
| 1990 | 10 |
| 1991 | 12 |
| 1992 | 8 |
| 1993 | 8 |
| 1994 | 8 |
| 1996 | 8 |
| 1997 | 10 |
| 1998 | 16 |
| 1999 | 14 |
| 2000 | 15 |
| 2001 | 23 |
| 2002 | 24 |
| 2003 | 21 |
| 2004 | 20 |
| 2005 | 19 |
| 2006 | 19 |
| 2007 | 31 |
| 2008 | 20 |
| 2009 | 36 |
| 2010 | 28 |
| 2011 | 31 |
| 2012 | 41 |
| 2013 | 21 |
| 2014 | 36 |
| 2015 | 29 |
| 2016 | 28 |
| 2017 | 31 |
| 2018 | 21 |
| 2019 | 33 |
| 2020 | 34 |
| 2021 | 13 |
| 2022 | 17 |
| 2023 | 15 |
| 2024 | 25 |