Maialen Girl

Popularity: #944 · Trend: ↗ Rising

Origin(s)

Pronunciationmy-AH-len / /maɪˈɑː.lɛn/

Basque; Spanish

Meaning

little pig (Basque); derived from María (Spanish)

Historical & Cultural Background

Maialen is a Basque name, often associated with the Basque culture of Spain and France, where names are deeply rooted in local traditions. In Basque, 'maia' refers to a pig, symbolizing fertility and abundance. The name is also linked to María, a common name in Spanish-speaking cultures, reflecting the influence of Christianity and the Virgin Mary in naming practices. The name embodies both regional identity and broader cultural significance.

Similar Names

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Variants

  • Maia
  • Maya
  • Malena

International Variants

  • Maia (English)
  • Maya (English)
  • Malena (Spanish)

Famous people named Maialen

Maialen Chourraut — Spanish canoeist.

Maialen Lujanbio — Basque bertsolari.

Fictional characters named Maialen

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Sibling Suggestions

MaríaMireiaMaitaneMaiaMalenaMarisol

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Maialen was first seen in the United States in 2004. Maialen has ranked as high as #1354 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Maialen has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Maialen

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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
20045
20246