How Many People Are Named Maelle?
Complete statistics for the name Maelle: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Maelle is a very rare female name, with only 472 people bearing it in the US today, making up just 1 in 699,641 Americans. It's a genuinely modern name, with all 475 recorded births happening since 2000, peaking in 2010.
📖 Meaning & Origin
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🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 11All 475 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 2010Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Rising
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Maelle Through the Generations
Maelle has been on the rise since its first appearance in the US birth records in 2000, reaching its peak in 2010 with 51 births. The name's popularity has remained steady, with no recorded births in the last few years, indicating a slight dip but still maintaining its status as a trendy choice among parents. With an average age of 11, it's clear that Maelle is a name for the younger generation, with all 475 individuals being under 30.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
⭐ Famous People Named Maelle
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📄 About the Name Maelle
How Many People Have the Name Maelle?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 472 people in the United States currently share the name Maelle. That works out to roughly 1 in every 699,641 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Maelle a Common or Rare Name?
Maelle is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Maelle in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.
When Was Maelle Most Popular?
The name Maelle reached peak popularity in 2010, with 51 babies registered that year. Current trend: Rising.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Maelle?
Approximately 472 people named Maelle live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 475. That works out to roughly 1 in 699,641 Americans.
Is Maelle a rare name?
Maelle is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 699,641 Americans has this name.
What does the name Maelle mean?
The meaning and origin of Maelle are shown in the Meaning & Origin section on this page.
Is Maelle more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Maelle are male and 100% are female.
When was Maelle most popular?
Maelle peaked in 2010 with 51 births that year. Current trend: Rising.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.