Maylin Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: MAY-lin /ˈmeɪlɪn/
Origin: Chinese; English
Meaning: Chinese: beautiful jade; English: variant of May
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Maylin is believed to have multiple linguistic roots, primarily deriving from the combination of the English month name "May" and the suffix "-lin," which is often used in names to convey a diminutive or affectionate form. The month of May is named after Maia, the Roman goddess of spring and growth, reflecting themes of renewal and fertility.
The suffix "-lin" has origins in various languages, including Old French and Middle English, where it served to create endearing or smaller forms of names, enhancing the overall meaning of the name Maylin as one associated with springtime and youthfulness. Historically, the name Maylin does not have a direct lineage through significant biblical or royal figures, but it can be contextualized within the broader tradition of names that celebrate nature and the changing seasons.
The use of names associated with the month of May can be traced back to medieval Europe, where names reflecting seasonal attributes were common. The influence of the Christian calendar, which often incorporated pagan elements, allowed names like May to flourish in various forms across cultures, particularly in English-speaking regions.
Culturally, the name Maylin resonates with themes of beauty and vitality, often associated with spring flowers and the rejuvenation of life. This connection to nature and the positive connotations of growth and renewal have contributed to the name's appeal over time.
The diminutive form "May" has been widely used in various cultures, further enhancing the name's charm and accessibility. Overall, Maylin embodies a blend of linguistic heritage and cultural significance, rooted in the celebration of life and the natural world.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Maylin was first seen in the United States in 1974.
Maylin has ranked as high as #2256 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Florida, New York, and Illinois.
In the past 5 years the name Maylin has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Maylin 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 Maylin 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 Maylin.
| Year | Total Births | Girl |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 123 | 123 |
| 2024 | 199 | 199 |
| 2023 | 164 | 164 |
| 2022 | 111 | 111 |
| 2021 | 88 | 88 |
| 2020 | 96 | 96 |
| 2019 | 92 | 92 |
| 2018 | 90 | 90 |
| 2017 | 89 | 89 |
| 2016 | 80 | 80 |
| 2015 | 103 | 103 |
| 2014 | 136 | 136 |
| 2013 | 153 | 153 |
| 2012 | 187 | 187 |
| 2011 | 157 | 157 |
| 2010 | 143 | 143 |
| 2009 | 166 | 166 |
| 2008 | 143 | 143 |
| 2007 | 100 | 100 |
| 2006 | 84 | 84 |
| 2005 | 73 | 73 |
| 2004 | 130 | 130 |
| 2003 | 53 | 53 |
| 2002 | 38 | 38 |
| 2001 | 28 | 28 |
| 2000 | 29 | 29 |
| 1999 | 31 | 31 |
| 1998 | 21 | 21 |
| 1997 | 16 | 16 |
| 1996 | 23 | 23 |
| 1995 | 16 | 16 |
| 1994 | 19 | 19 |
| 1993 | 25 | 25 |
| 1992 | 15 | 15 |
| 1991 | 8 | 8 |
| 1990 | 15 | 15 |
| 1989 | 18 | 18 |
| 1988 | 5 | 5 |
| 1987 | 5 | 5 |
| 1986 | 6 | 6 |
| 1985 | 11 | 11 |
| 1984 | 10 | 10 |
| 1983 | 5 | 5 |
| 1982 | 7 | 7 |
| 1981 | 9 | 9 |
| 1980 | 8 | 8 |
| 1974 | 5 | 5 |
Top States for Maylin (2024)
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.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 34 | |
| CA | 19 | |
| NC | 16 | |
| FL | 15 | |
| NY | 10 | |
| NJ | 8 | |
| GA | 8 | |
| OH | 7 | |
| KY | 7 | |
| TN | 7 | |
| OK | 6 | |
| SC | 6 | |
| MD | 5 | |
| VA | 5 |