The nameMaylan
Maylan is a recent French boy's name, rising in France.
- Boy's name
- A modern French creation
Meaning
It has no established meaning. It is close to Aylan and Maël.
Origin
A modern French creation.
History
First given in the late 2000s, Maylan has grown steadily and is at its highest level today, especially in Occitanie.
Popularity of the name Maylan
Maylan in France
Maylan was most popular in France in the 2020s, with 760 births over the decade, 64% of all recorded babies named Maylan. Its rise began around 2012, and it peaked in 2025. Half of all babies named Maylan in France were born before 2021, so it is mostly a name of today's children and teenagers. Over the last five years on record, it has been rising: 128 births a year on average, against 68 in the five years before.
Maylan in our baby name lists
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Maylan mean?
It has no established meaning. It is close to Aylan and Maël.
What is the origin of the name Maylan?
A modern French creation.
Is Maylan a girl's or a boy's name?
Maylan is a boy's name.