Maelin is of Irish origin, derived from the Irish name 'Máelín', which means ' little chief'. It is a unisex name, but it is more commonly used for males. Maelin is composed of two elements: 'mál' meaning ' chief' and the diminutive suffix '-ín'. The name has gained popularity in recent years due to its unique sound and Irish heritage.
The name Maelin experienced a notable increase in popularity between the years of 2007 to 2014, with peaks in 2007 (18 births) and 2014 (21 births). However, it's important to note that these figures are not adjusted for population size or other demographic factors.