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Mays

Unisex

Mays has been given to 197 babies in the U.S. since 1922. It peaked in 2024. In 2025, about 1 in 155,280 boys was named Mays.

Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025

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Total babies

197

Peak year

2024 (18 babies)

Rank in 2025

Below top 1000

First recorded

1922

10-year trend

▲ +31%

Gender split

27% girls / 73% boys

Spellings & variants

Names one letter away from Mays — alternate spellings parents actually use.

Names with a similar vibe

Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Mays.

Sibling name ideas for Mays

Same era and popularity as Mays, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.

FAQ

How popular is the name Mays?

Mays has been given to 197 babies in the U.S. since 1922. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.

When did the name Mays peak?

Mays peaked in 2024, when 18 babies were given the name.

Is Mays a girl or boy name?

Mays is a unisex name, used for both girls and boys.

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