Mae

Mae is derived from the Old English word "maegen," meaning "strength." It has been used as a given name since the 19th century.

Notable Namesakes

• Mae Jemison - First African American female astronaut.
• Mae Whitman - Actress known for "Parenthood" and "Good Girls."
• Mae C. Jemison - American engineer and NASA astronaut.
• Mae Murray - Silent film actress and dancer.
• Mae Questel - Voice actress for Betty Boop and Olive Oyl.
• Mae Clarke - Actress known for "Frankenstein" and "Public Enemy."
• Mae Young - Professional wrestler and WWE Hall of Famer.
• Mae Busch - Actress known for roles in Laurel and Hardy films.
• Mae Marsh - Silent film actress in D.W. Griffith films.

Complementary Names / Sisters

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Name Variants

Names with similar meaning to Mae