Maileen

“Gift of God”

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#9367US 2023

11Births / yr

↓Falling

75All-time births

📅 Since 200700

What does Maileen mean and where does it come from?

Maileen is a modern variation of the name 'Mylene', which combines elements of 'May' (meaning 'gift of God') with the suffix '-leen' for a softer sound. This name is relatively unique and tends to express individuality. It became more popular in the late 20th century, particularly in the United Stat

Cultural significance

Maileen has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of gift of god.

Peak popularity

Reached #6809 in 2020 — currently #9367 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Maileen?

Maileen works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Maileen Grace

How popular is Maileen right now?

Falling — down 522 spots — currently #9367 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2010–2023#9367 · Top 6.9%

2010

2020

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#9367	11	▼ down 522 · -8% births
2022	#8845	12	▲ up 473 · +9% births
2021	#9318	11	▼ down 2509 · -35% births
2020	#6809	17	▲ up 4376 · +70% births
2010	#11185	10	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Maileen

Best Year2020Rank #6809

Peak Count17

Average Rank#9105

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range2010 - 20235 years

The story of Maileen

Maileen is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2007. With 75 total births recorded, Maileen remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #11185 in 2010 to #9367 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Maileen in 2020:

Olivia Emma Ava Charlotte Sophia

Maileen by decade

Maileen peaked in the 2020s. See all 2020s names →

Decade	Births
2000s	16
2010s ★	42
2020s	17

💎Maileen has only 75 total recorded births since 2007 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Maileen?

Common

MaiMailMailieMailyIleen

What names sound and feel like Maileen?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Maileen also consider these

Maeleen

American · Derived from 'Maolmhuire',

Daileen

American · A modern variant

Marileen

American · little Mary

Laileen

American · A variant of

Jaileen

American · A beloved name

Mailee

American · Rising flower

Common questions about the name Maileen

What does the name Maileen mean?

Maileen means "Gift of God" — a name rooted in American tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Maileen?

Maileen is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Maileen have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Maileen?

Maileen originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

Is Maileen trending right now?

Maileen is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.

Is Maileen a common or rare name?

Maileen is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.