Maye
About Maye
Maye is a feminine name with multiple potential origins, primarily derived from the Old French word 'mai' referring to the month of May, symbolizing springtime, renewal, and growth. Alternatively, it may come from the Irish Gaelic 'Mágh' meaning 'plain' or serve as a variant of Mae or May. The name carries a vintage charm that has experienced modest revivals in contemporary naming trends. Notably, the name gained some recognition through Maye Musk, model and mother of entrepreneur Elon Musk. With its short, sweet sound and positive seasonal associations, Maye offers simplicity with substance. Its single-syllable clarity combined with the distinctive 'ye' ending creates a name that balances classic appeal with a touch of uniqueness.
Pronounced MAY.
As of October 2026, Maye ranked #10614 in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #511 in 1903.
AI-written. Reviewed by Pamela Redmond
Sources: US popularity data is from the Social Security Administration. Meanings and origins are from Nameberry's name references.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 | — | 0 | 0 |
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Maye on lists
Famous Mayes
- Maye Haldeman Musk
Canadian,South African model and dietitian; mother of billionaire Elon Musk
- Maye Kassem
academic and author