Combination of Mae and Lynn; bitter or pearl and lake
Maelyn is a modern American compound name. It blends the vintage charm of Mae, which can mean 'pearl' or 'bitter', with the suffix Lynn, meaning 'lake'. This creates a melodic, contemporary choice that feels both fresh and familiar.
About 180 girls were named Maelyn in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
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