Mahlon Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Mahlon originates from Hebrew, meaning 'sick' or 'illness'. It has its roots in biblical texts, particularly in the Book of Ruth, where it is associated with a character's lineage. The name has evolved from Hebrew to Latin and English forms. While it carries biblical relevance, it is not widely used in modern times, giving it a vintage appeal.
The name Mahlon is most popular in Pennsylvania, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Mahlon has been too falling for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Mahlon' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 707th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 806th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1132nd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1686th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2119th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2591st out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2819th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 28780th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 25294th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Mahlon' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Mahlon"
Pronunciation
/ˈmeɪlən/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Mahlon is derived from the Hebrew word 'mahal' meaning 'sick' or 'illness'. In biblical contexts, it is associated with the character Mahlon, one of the sons of Elimelech and Naomi in the Book of Ruth.
Meaning
sick, illness
Language Evolution
Hebrew: מָחְלוֹן, Latin: Mahlon, English: Mahlon
Biblical Background
Mahlon is a biblical name found in the Book of Ruth in the Old Testament, where Mahlon is one of the sons of Naomi.
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in Christian contexts due to its biblical association, especially among communities that emphasize Old Testament narratives.
Variants & Derivatives
Malon, Mallon
Modern Popularity & Image
Mahlon is relatively uncommon today, but it may be viewed as a traditional or vintage name with biblical significance.
Famous People
Mahlon Dickerson, an American politician and jurist, Mahlon S. McCarty, an American businessman
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Mahlon"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Mahlon"
"Mahlon" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 707th of 7545 | 1,320 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 806th of 6773 | 1,113 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1132nd of 7552 | 837 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1686th of 10718 | 444 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 2119th of 16616 | 507 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2591st of 24088 | 676 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2819th of 23106 | 523 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 28780th of 35406 | 12 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 25294th of 30306 | 11 |
Regional Popularity of "Mahlon" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
43.79% 620th/1416 |
31.04% 428th/1379 |
68.01% 1609th/2366 |
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| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
49.16% 760th/1546 |
30.91% 481st/1556 |
95.07% 2237th/2353 |
64.71% 1001st/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
41.58% 926th/2227 |
33.54% 815th/2430 |
63.27% 1805th/2853 |
50.20% 1393rd/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
45.52% 1337th/2937 |
33.85% 1179th/3483 |
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| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
39.62% 1460th/3685 |
26.35% 1179th/4475 |
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| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
34.24% 1569th/4582 |
24.85% 1283rd/5164 |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
42.22% 1682nd/3984 |
28.35% 1272nd/4487 |
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Regional Popularity of "Mahlon" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Mahlon"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Mahlon" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.