Mae
may
Popularity
#530
Letters
3
Syllables
1
Origin
English
Total Births
114,841
Peak Year
#2,769 in 1918
First Recorded
1880
Style
Vintage, Cute & Playful
Spelling
Tricky to spell
What It Means
Mae is an English name, a short form of Mary or Margaret. Mary is of Hebrew origin, meaning "bitter" or "rebellious", and Margaret is of Greek origin, meaning "pearl."
Numerology
The Adventurer
Free-spirited, adaptable, and curious. These names carry energy of change and exploration.
Famous Namesakes
Mae West
American actress, singer, playwright, and screenwriter.
Mae Jemison
American engineer, physician, and astronaut.
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