"bitter grace, beloved"
Origin: Hebrew-English blend
Language: English
Maylene
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"from the great one's lineage"
Origin: Latin-English blend
Language: English
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The Story of Maylene
Maylene is a blend name combining May (from the Roman goddess Maia, meaning great one, or from the Hebrew Miriam/Mary meaning beloved or bitter) with the feminine suffix -lene or -line (from Magdalene, meaning from Magdala). It follows the tradition of Southern American women's names that blend familiar sounds into melodious new forms, popular in the early-to-mid 20th century.
Maylene flourished in the American South during the 1920s-1950s, part of a tradition of soft, musical women's names. It has largely been dormant since but is beginning to attract parents seeking genuine vintage names that predate the current wave of revival names.
Maylene is part of the distinctly American tradition of Appalachian and Southern naming, where names are often created from familiar elements to form melodious new combinations. The -lene/-leen suffix family (Charlene, Darlene, Jolene, Raylene) is particularly associated with rural Southern American culture of the early 20th century.
Historical Record
Maylene first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 1,007 babies have been named Maylene in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Maylene is past its peak , currently ranked #5,238 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Maylene and the Sons of Disaster was an American rock band from Birmingham, Alabama, keeping the name in modern cultural consciousness
- The -lene suffix was at peak popularity in American baby names from 1920-1955
- May as a name element connects to both the Roman goddess Maia and the month of spring
Maylene in Other Languages
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Popularity Over Time
#5,238
Current Rank
Stable
Trend
Peaked 1954
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Maylene
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Maylene and the Sons of Disaster
Musician
2005
American rock band from Birmingham, Alabama known for their Southern metal style
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- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #5,238
- Total SSA Count
- 25
- Cultural Origins
- English American Southern American
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
May
Mae
Mayle
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Frequently Asked Questions About Maylene
What does the name Maylene mean?
"bitter grace, beloved" (from Hebrew-English blend). "from the great one's lineage" (from Latin-English blend). Maylene is a blend name combining May (from the Roman goddess Maia, meaning great one, or from the Hebrew Miriam/Mary meaning beloved or bitter) with the feminine suffix -lene or -line (from Magdalene, meaning from Magdala). It follows the tradition of Southern American women's names that blend familiar sounds into melodious new forms, popular in the early-to-mid 20th century.
What is the origin of the name Maylene?
Maylene has Hebrew-English blend, Latin-English blend, English, American, and Southern American origins. In Hebrew-English blend, it means "bitter grace, beloved". In Latin-English blend, it means "from the great one's lineage".
Is Maylene a boy or girl name?
Maylene is primarily used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Maylene?
Maylene is currently ranked #5238 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Maylene?
Common nicknames for Maylene include May, Mae, and Mayle.
What are good middle names for Maylene?
Popular middle name pairings include Maylene Rose, Maylene Grace, Maylene Ann, Maylene Claire, Maylene Joy, Maylene Faith, and Maylene June.
What are good sibling names for Maylene?
Names that pair well with Maylene as siblings include Darlene, Charlene, Jolene, Emmeline, Adeline, Rayleen, and Brielle.
How many syllables does Maylene have?
Maylene has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Maylene a common or rare name?
Maylene is an uncommon name, ranked #5238 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Maylene
Maylene is a girl name with English, American, and Southern American origins . The name means "bitter grace, beloved" in Hebrew-English blend .
Maylene is currently ranked #5,238 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Maylene has 2 syllables, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Maylene include May, Mae, and Mayle. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Maylene include Maylee, Maylin, Mayla, Maylani, Mayli . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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