Maylin Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Maylin originates from Chinese roots, meaning 'beautiful jade' and 'plum'. The name evolved from the English name May and has been used since the late 20th century. It embodies traits of beauty and grace, with no significant biblical relevance.
The name Maylin is most popular in Florida, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the South region. 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, Maylin has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, too 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, 'Maylin' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 15137th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 6346th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2122nd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1794th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Maylin' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Maylin"
Pronunciation
/ˈmeɪlɪn/
Origin
Chinese, English
Etymology
The name Maylin is derived from the Chinese characters '梅' (mei), meaning 'plum', and '琳' (lin), which means 'beautiful jade'. It may also be influenced by the English name May, which is associated with the month of May and symbolizes spring and new beginnings.
Meaning
beautiful jade, plum
Language Evolution
May, Maylin
Historical Usage
The name Maylin has gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, often used as a feminine name.
Variants & Derivatives
May, Mylene, Maylie
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Maylin is perceived as a modern and unique name, often associated with beauty and grace.
Famous People
Maylin Reyes, a notable artist, Maylin Cordero, a recognized athlete
📊 Maylin Name Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 198 peak births in 2024
Geographic Spread
Popular across 24 US states, with strongest presence in Florida
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 4 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Maylin"
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 "Maylin"
"Maylin" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 15137th of 19264 | 13 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 6346th of 27321 | 197 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2122nd of 35406 | 1,399 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1794th of 30306 | 1,400 |
Regional Popularity of "Maylin" 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 "Maylin" 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) |
- |
85.79% 3839th/4475 |
65.98% 3427th/5194 |
80.86% 5108th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
52.86% 2422nd/4582 |
47.00% 2427th/5164 |
25.73% 1882nd/7313 |
21.99% 1641st/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
53.11% 2116th/3984 |
44.93% 2016th/4487 |
23.32% 1591st/6822 |
27.68% 1737th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Maylin"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Maylin" 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.