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Current rank (2025)#10107
Babies named Maye in 20259
Total recorded1,956
Peak year1921 (58 babies)
Highest rank ever#513
Years in records1880–2025 (98 years of data)
Change over last 5 years↑ 3633 spots

Frequently asked about Maye

What does the name Maye mean?
Maye means “Bitter; pearl; the month of May” from English roots.
What is the origin of the name Maye?
Maye has English origin. The traditional meaning is “Bitter; pearl; the month of May”.
How popular is Maye?
Maye ranked #10107 in 2025 — given to 9 babies that year.
When was Maye most popular?
Maye peaked in 1921 with 58 babies registered that year.
Is Maye a boy or girl name?
Maye is predominantly a girls' name — over 90% of Mayes in registered births are female.
Is the name Maye rising or falling in popularity?
Maye has risen 3633 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #13740 in 2020 to #10107 in 2025.
How long has Maye been recorded?
Maye appears in birth records across 98 years — from 1880 through 2025.

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