Maike
MY-kuh
Maike is a unisex name of Germanic origin, meaning “A Northern European diminutive of Maria or Magdalene. In some contexts, it can also be a masculine name derived from the Germanic element 'magan' (strength).”. It currently ranks #13434 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 1986.
What Maike Means
“A Northern European diminutive of Maria or Magdalene. In some contexts, it can also be a masculine name derived from the Germanic element 'magan' (strength).”
The Story of Maike
A practical name found across Northern Europe since 1986, Maike holds a duality of strength and thoughtful resilience.
Maike is a name with Northern European roots, often serving as a diminutive for Maria or Magdalene. In some contexts, it also draws from the Germanic 'magan,' meaning 'strength,' giving it a sturdy foundation.
You see Maike as a name for your child that embodies practical resilience and thoughtful adaptability. This is a name for someone who faces life with a grounded nature, capable of navigating changes with quiet determination and inner strength.
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Peak Year
#5 in 1986
Total Births
10
First Recorded
1986
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