Maelene
girl nameMaelene entered the US charts in 1937, peaked at #3800 in 1937, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1937–2025
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rank today
#3800
peak (1937)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1930s | #4071 |
| 1940s | #4832 |
| 1950s | #5727 |
| 1960s | #6564 |
| 1980s | #11325 |
| 1990s | #12688 |
| 2000s | #15352 |
| 2010s | #16547 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Maelene are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Maelene alive today was born around 1959, making them about 66 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Maelene in 2025?
- Maelene is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Maelene most popular?
- Maelene peaked in 1937, reaching #3800 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Maelene with classmates?
- Maelene will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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