The nameMylène
Mylène is a modern French name of the 1950s and 1960s.
- Girl's name
- French
Meaning
Mylène is a modern creation, often read as a blend of Marie and Hélène.
Origin
French.
History
In the United States Mylene reached 2179th place in 1960.
Did you know?
- Mylène Farmer, born Mylène Gautier, was born in Quebec in 1961 and spent her childhood there.
Famous people named Mylène
- Mylène Farmer, singer
Popularity of the name Mylène
Mylène in the United States
Mylène was most popular in the United States in the 2010s, with 177 births over the decade, 21% of all recorded babies named Mylène. Its rise began around 1950, and it peaked in 2017. Half of all babies named Mylène in the United States were born before 2000. Over the last five years on record, it has been falling: 19 births a year on average, against 23 in the five years before.
Mylène in France
Mylène was most popular in France in the 1980s, with 7,175 births over the decade, 29% of all recorded babies named Mylène. Its rise began around 1958, and it peaked in 1989. Half of all babies named Mylène in France were born before 1985, so it is mostly a parents' generation name. Over the last five years on record, it has been falling: 15 births a year on average, against 25 in the five years before.
Variants and related names
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Mylène mean?
Mylène is a modern creation, often read as a blend of Marie and Hélène.
What is the origin of the name Mylène?
French.
Is Mylène a girl's or a boy's name?
Mylène is a girl's name.
How popular is the name Mylène?
In 2024, Mylène was the 6209th most popular name for baby girls in the United States, with 19 births.
What are the variants of the name Mylène?
Variants and related names of Mylène include Marie and Milena.
Who are famous people named Mylène?
Mylène Farmer, singer.