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Mae

Girl · Latin · Short name

Meaning
Bitter, pearl, goddess of spring

Meaning varies between reference sources.

Pronunciation
MAY
Origin
Latin

Variant of May, from the month name, possibly from Maia, the Roman goddess of spring.

Popularity
Uncommon in United States (2023)

Popularity: Behind the Name, 2023

VintageClassicSoft and gentle

Languages in use: Latin, English

Commonly used in: United States, United Kingdom

Alternate spellings

  • MayEnglish

    Month-name form.

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Sources for this record

Behind the Name, Latin Name Entries (2024). Last verified 2025-01-15.

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