“Combination of Mary, meaning 'beloved', and Ellen, meaning 'light'.”
American origin · Girl name
♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls
#6572US 2023
18Births / yr
↓Falling
13kAll-time births
📅 Since 189100.02% of births at peak
How to pronounce Maryellen
MER·ee·EL·un
/ˈmɛr.iː.ˈɛl.ən/ · stress on MER · 4 syllables
“Combination of Mary, meaning 'beloved', and Ellen, meaning 'light'.”
American origin · Girl name
What does Maryellen mean and where does it come from?
Maryellen combines the classic name Mary, derived from Hebrew מִרְיָם (Miryam), meaning 'beloved' or 'wished-for child', with Ellen, which comes from the Greek word 'helene' meaning 'torch' or 'light'. This name reflects a strong, cherished identity with connotations of love and illumination. First
Cultural significance
Maryellen has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of combination of mary, meaning 'beloved', and ellen, meaning 'light'..
Falling — down 1829 spots — currently #6572 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
US Trend 1895–2023#6572 · Top 4.8%
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US Rank
Births
vs Prior Year
2023
#6572
18
▼ down 1829 · -38% births
2022
#4743
29
▲ up 603 · +21% births
2021
#5346
24
▼ down 67 · +4% births
2020
#5279
23
▲ up 372
2015
#5651
23
▼ down 671 · -18% births
2010
#4980
28
▼ down 395 · -3% births
2005
#4585
29
▼ down 773 · -12% births
2000
#3812
33
▼ down 587 · -6% births
1995
#3225
35
▼ down 617 · -22% births
1990
#2608
45
▼ down 794 · -27% births
1985
#1814
62
▼ down 255 · -17% births
1980
#1559
75
▼ down 382 · -23% births
1975
#1177
98
▼ down 360 · -42% births
1970
#817
170
▼ down 232 · -36% births
1965
#585
265
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Name Popularity Timeline
Popularity Statistics for Maryellen
1960Rank #452
468
#2335
↘Falling
1900 - 202327 years
The story of Maryellen
Maryellen has been a beloved American name for over 133 years, first appearing in Social Security records in 1891. A total of 13,020 babies have received this name. Once ranked #1728 in 1895, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #6572 in 2023.
Maryellen means "Combination of Mary, meaning 'beloved', and Ellen, meaning 'light'." — 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 Maryellen?
Maryellen is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Maryellen have increased significantly in recent years.
What is the cultural origin of Maryellen?
Maryellen 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.
How do you pronounce the name Maryellen?
Maryellen is a four-syllable name pronounced M EH1 R IY0 EH1 L AH0 N. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.
What sibling names go well with Maryellen?
Maryellen pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar American heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.
Sibling names that pair with Maryellen
For a sister
Maryellen & Harrison♡
Maryellen & Dean♡
Maryellen & Grant♡
Maryellen & King♡
For a brother
Maryellen & Harrison♡
Maryellen & Dean♡
Maryellen & Kevin♡
Maryellen & Grant♡
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Worldwide ranking · 2023
Country
Rank
🇺🇸 USA
#6572
🇬🇧 UK
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