What does the name May mean?

The name May means "Roman goddess Maia".

What is the origin of the name May?

May is a name of English origin.

In 2023, 168 babies were named May in the United States. The name is currently stable in popularity.

Yes, May is traditionally used as a girl's name.

Girl's name

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Births Last Year: 168 →

All-Time Total: 30,909

Peak Year: 1919

May is derived from the name of the month in English, which comes from the Latin word "Maius." It symbolizes spring and growth.

Girl names closely related to May

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Boy names closely related to May

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Names with similar meaning to May

Mae Maia Maya Myah

Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

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