Maylynn

“Strong and powerful”

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#4420US 2023

32Births / yr

↑Rising

498All-time births

📅 Since 196400

What does Maylynn mean and where does it come from?

Maylynn is a modern American name that appears to be a combination of the name May and the suffix -lynn, which is common in feminine names. The name suggests connotations of strength and power, typical of names that incorporate 'May,' invoking feelings of spring and new beginnings. It has gained pop

Cultural significance

Maylynn has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of strong and powerful.

Peak popularity

Reached #4881 in 2020 — currently #4420 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Maylynn?

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

Maylynn Grace

How popular is Maylynn right now?

Rising — up 11 spots — currently #4420 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1975–2023#4420 · Top 3.3%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#4420	32	▲ up 11
2022	#4431	32	▲ up 363 · +14% births
2021	#4794	28	▲ up 87 · +8% births
2020	#4881	26	▲ up 131 · -4% births
2015	#5012	27	▲ up 1975 · +50% births
2010	#6987	18	▲ up 2628 · +64% births
2005	#9615	11	▼ down 898
2000	#8717	11	▲ up 2552 · +120% births
1985	#11269	5	▼ down 1526
1975	#9743	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Maylynn

Best Year2023Rank #4420

Peak Count32

Average Rank#6987

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1975 - 202310 years

The story of Maylynn

Maylynn is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1964. With 498 total births recorded, Maylynn remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #9743 in 1975 to #4420 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Maylynn in 2020:

Olivia Emma Ava Charlotte Sophia

Maylynn by decade

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

Decade	Births
1960s	5
1970s	19
1980s	22
1990s	30
2000s	170
2010s ★	226
2020s	26

💎Maylynn has only 498 total recorded births since 1964 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Maylynn?

Common

MayMa

What names sound and feel like Maylynn?

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

Maslynn

American · English

Maklynn

American · variant of the

Maxlynn

American · Great and lake

Malynn

American · modern variation of

Marylynn

American · sea of bitterness

Madylynn

American · A variant of

Taylynn

American · Tailor's meadow

Caylynn

American · a modern variation

Common questions about the name Maylynn

What does the name Maylynn mean?

Maylynn means "Strong and powerful" — 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 Maylynn?

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

What is the cultural origin of Maylynn?

Maylynn 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 Maylynn trending right now?

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

Is Maylynn a common or rare name?

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