Mai: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
A plum blossom heralding the spring.
- Origin
- Vietnamese
- Syllables
- 1
- Current rank
- #3338
- Peak
- #792 in 1881
Trend: Falling, easing off its high over the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Mai Means
Mai is a girl name of Vietnamese origin. A plum blossom heralding the spring.
How Popular Mai Is
Mai currently ranks #3338 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #792 in 1881. It has been easing off its high.
Good to Know About Mai
- At its most popular, Mai reached #792 in the U.S. in 1881.
- Mai is less common today than in past decades, making it a distinctive choice.
- Part of the charming botanical name trend.
Names Like Mai
Other Vietnamese names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Mai
Vietnamese names that pair well as a brother or sister to Mai.
Questions About Mai
What does Mai mean?
Mai is a girl name of Vietnamese origin. A plum blossom heralding the spring.
How popular is Mai?
Mai currently ranks #3338 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #792 in 1881. It has been easing off its high.
Where does Mai come from?
Mai comes from Vietnamese roots. At its most popular, Mai reached #792 in the U.S. in 1881.
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