The name Meyli is of Hebrew origin and means "who is like God?" It is a variant spelling of the name Meili, which is also derived from the Hebrew name Malkiel, meaning "like God." The name Meyli is believed to have originated in the Middle East and has since gained popularity in other parts of the world, particularly among Jewish communities. Despite its Hebrew origin, Meyli is not a commonly known or used name in Israel. Instead, it is more often found in countries like the United States, Canada, and Europe.
The name Meyli has been given to a total of 88 babies born in the United States over the years. The number of births with this name has fluctuated from year to year. In 2003, there were 7 newborns named Meyli. This figure increased to 9 in both 2005 and 2007. The peak year for Meyli was 2009 with 11 births. After this peak, the number of babies named Meyli decreased to 7 in 2010, and then dropped further to 5 births per year between 2011 and 2012. There were no births recorded for Meyli in 2013 and 2014. However, it seems that the name has seen a resurgence recently with 7 births each in 2017 and 2021, followed by 8 births in both 2022 and 2023.
This data shows that while Meyli may not be one of the most popular baby names in the U.S., it has maintained a consistent presence over time. Parents continue to choose this name for their children, with a notable increase in popularity in recent years. It will be interesting to see if this trend continues and whether Meyli becomes more common as a baby name in the coming years.