Meiling Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationMAY-ling / ˈmeɪlɪŋChinese; English
Meaning
Chinese: beautiful flower; English: may refer to a combination of 'May' and 'ling'
Historical & Cultural Background
Meiling is a name of Chinese origin, commonly used for girls. In Chinese culture, names often carry significant meanings and are chosen for their auspicious connotations. The character 'Mei' typically means 'beautiful', while 'Ling' can mean 'delicate' or 'spirit'. The name has gained popularity in various cultures, including English-speaking countries.
Similar Names
Variants
- Mei Ling
- May Ling
International Variants
- Mei Ling (Chinese)
- May Ling (English)
Famous people named Meiling
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Fictional characters named Meiling
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Meiling was first seen in the United States in 1960. Meiling has ranked as high as #1333 nationally, which occurred in 2005, and has been most popular in California. In the past 5 years the name Meiling has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Meiling (2007)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1960 | 6 |
| 1966 | 5 |
| 1974 | 5 |
| 1975 | 6 |
| 1976 | 8 |
| 1977 | 6 |
| 1979 | 9 |
| 1980 | 7 |
| 1981 | 9 |
| 1982 | 6 |
| 1983 | 11 |
| 1984 | 10 |
| 1985 | 5 |
| 1986 | 6 |
| 1987 | 5 |
| 1988 | 6 |
| 1990 | 11 |
| 1992 | 9 |
| 1996 | 5 |
| 1999 | 11 |
| 2000 | 6 |
| 2001 | 12 |
| 2002 | 15 |
| 2003 | 6 |
| 2004 | 10 |
| 2005 | 17 |
| 2006 | 7 |
| 2007 | 12 |
| 2008 | 13 |
| 2009 | 15 |
| 2010 | 8 |
| 2011 | 5 |
| 2012 | 11 |
| 2013 | 10 |
| 2014 | 10 |
| 2015 | 13 |
| 2016 | 5 |
| 2017 | 6 |
| 2018 | 9 |
| 2019 | 5 |
| 2020 | 6 |
| 2022 | 5 |
| 2023 | 6 |
| 2024 | 7 |