Crystal vs Maelyn

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Crystal

Girl #1,174 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"clear ice, transparent gem"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,174
Total SSA Count
203
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Crys, Chris, Chrissie

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Crystal Rank #1,174
Maelyn Rank #1,185

Crystal is more popular, ranked #1174 vs #1185 for Maelyn.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Crystal ___

  • Crystal Lynn
  • Crystal Ann
  • Crystal Marie
  • Crystal Lee
  • Crystal Dawn
  • Crystal Renee

Maelyn ___

  • Maelyn Rose
  • Maelyn Grace
  • Maelyn Claire
  • Maelyn Joy
  • Maelyn Dawn
  • Maelyn Ann

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Crystal

Amber Tiffany Brittany Ashley Brandon

If you choose Maelyn

Emery Wren Finn Ivy Declan

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Crystal or Maelyn more popular?

Crystal is more popular, ranked #1174 compared to Maelyn at #1185 in the United States.

What do Crystal and Maelyn mean?

Crystal means "clear ice, transparent gem" (Greek origin). Maelyn means "pearl of the water" (Latin/Welsh origin).

Are Crystal and Maelyn boy or girl names?

Crystal is primarily a girl name. Maelyn is primarily a girl name.

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