Mae Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Mae Name at a Glance

Name	Mae
Meaning	May. In Roman mythology Maia: (source of the month May) was goddess of spring growth.
Origin	French
Gender	Girl

What Does the Name Mae Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Mae means “May. In Roman mythology Maia: (source of the month May) was goddess of spring growth”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Mae Name Origin

Our database records Mae under French origin. Browse more French baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Mae a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Mae is listed as a girl name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Mae

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