Maylee Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Maylee is a modern English name derived from the month of May, symbolizing spring and beauty. It evolved from historical forms like Mai and May, with the suffix 'lee' adding a soft and affectionate touch. The name has no biblical relevance and gained popularity in recent decades, often viewed as vibrant and youthful. Variants include May and Maily, and notable people with this name include Maylee Todd.
The name Maylee is most popular in Utah, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is gaining popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Maylee has been stalled for female in MidWest, falling for female in Northeast, too falling for female in South, falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Maylee' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 12173rd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 10717th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2067th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1103rd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Maylee' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Maylee"
Pronunciation
/ˈmeɪli/
Origin
English
Etymology
Maylee is a modern name derived from the English name May, which is associated with the month of May and the spring season. The suffix 'lee' is a common diminutive or affectionate form.
Meaning
spring, beauty
Language Evolution
Mai, May, Maylee
Historical Usage
The name Maylee gained popularity in the late 20th and early 21st centuries, often seen as a modern and unique name.
Variants & Derivatives
May, Maily, Mylie
Modern Popularity & Image
Maylee is perceived as a cheerful and fresh name, often associated with youth and springtime.
Famous People
Maylee Todd, Maylee Smith
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Maylee"
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 "Maylee"
"Maylee" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 12173rd of 19264 | 27 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 10717th of 27321 | 84 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2067th of 35406 | 1,456 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1103rd of 30306 | 2,781 |
Regional Popularity of "Maylee" by Generation for Male 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) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Maylee" 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) |
38.91% 1783rd/4582 |
54.12% 2795th/5164 |
26.05% 1905th/7313 |
24.41% 1822nd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
22.19% 884th/3984 |
45.31% 2033rd/4487 |
15.33% 1046th/6822 |
18.34% 1151st/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Maylee"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Maylee" 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.