Meily

“beautiful”

Chinese origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#8789US 2023

12Births / yr

↑Rising

142All-time births

📅 Since 200200

What does Meily mean and where does it come from?

The name Meily is derived from the Mandarin Chinese name 美丽 (Měilì), which means 'beautiful.' It can also be found in some English-speaking areas as a unique twist on names like 'Maily' or 'Megan.' The feminine nature of the name is celebrated in various cultures, and it continues to gain traction a

Cultural significance

Meily has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Chinese-speaking communities, where it reflects values of beautiful.

Peak popularity

Reached #7378 in 2008 — currently #8789 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Meily?

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

Meily Grace

How popular is Meily right now?

Rising fast — up 2139 spots — currently #8789 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2005–2023#8789 · Top 6.5%

2005

2010

2020

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#8789	12	▲ up 2139 · +33% births
2022	#10928	9	▼ down 871 · -10% births
2021	#10057	10	▲ up 1561 · +25% births
2020	#11618	8	▼ down 1946 · -33% births
2010	#9672	12	▲ up 3170 · +50% births
2005	#12842	8	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Meily

Best Year2023Rank #8789

Peak Count12

Average Rank#10651

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range2005 - 20236 years

The story of Meily

Meily is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2002. With 142 total births recorded, Meily remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #12842 in 2005 to #8789 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Meily in 2008:

Emma Isabella Emily Olivia Ava

Meily by decade

Meily peaked in the 2000s. See all 2000s names →

Decade	Births
2000s	59
2010s ★	75
2020s	8

💎Meily has only 142 total recorded births since 2002 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Meily?

Common

MeiMeieMey

What names sound and feel like Meily?

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

American · A modern variation

Meilyn

English · Beautiful jade

Meile

Chinese · Beautiful

Keily

American · Derived from 'Ceilidh',

Heily

American · A beloved name

Reily

American · courageous

Common questions about the name Meily

What does the name Meily mean?

Meily means "beautiful" — a name rooted in Chinese 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 Meily?

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

What is the cultural origin of Meily?

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

Is Meily trending right now?

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

Is Meily a common or rare name?

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