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Mai Name Meaning, Origin & History

Name Meaning & Origin

Mai

"A female given name, a rare spelling variant of Mae/May, or borrowed from Scandinavia, with the same ultimate origin."

Multiple origins Origin Predominantly Female 📈 Peak 1990 👥 5,642 in US
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Meaning
A female given name, a rare spelling variant of Mae/May, or borrowed from Scandinavia, with the same ultimate origin.
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Origin
Multiple origins
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US Bearers
5,642
Life Path
Number 5

📖 What Does Mai Mean?

Mai is a name that is used as a given name and a surname.

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Mai is a name that is used as a given name and a surname.…

Root Element
Mai
Core Meaning
"A female given name, a rare spelling variant of Mae/May, or borrowed from Scandinavia, with the same ultimate origin."
Language

🔢 Numerology of Mai

M 4
A 1
I 9
SUM 5
5
Life Path
Freedom & Adventure
1
Soul Urge
Independence & Leadership
4
Personality
Stability & Hard Work

Life Path 5 — Freedom & Adventure: Versatile, curious, and love for exploration.

Gender Distribution

♂ Male0%
♀ Female100%

Based on 5,642 US Social Security records

📈 US Popularity

Total US bearers 5,642
Peak year 1990 (254)
First recorded 1880
Last recorded 2024
Gender Predominantly Female
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Historical Journey

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Ancient Roots

Root element "Mai" emerges in Multiple origins tradition, carrying the core meaning "A female given name, a rare spelling variant of Mae/May, or borrowed from Scandinavia, with the same ultimate origin.".

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Classical Period

Used in English literary and religious texts, spreading through cultural exchange.

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Medieval Period

Carried across regions through trade, religion, and migration. Multiple spelling variants develop.

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Modern Adoption

Standardized in its current form, established across English-speaking and Muslim communities.

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Today (2026)

~5,642 people named Mai in the US. Peaked in 1990 with 254 recorded uses.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the numerology number for Mai?

The Life Path number for Mai is 5, associated with Freedom & Adventure. Soul Urge: 1. Personality: 4.

Is Mai a boy or girl name?

Mai is Predominantly Female. Based on US data, 0% male and 100% female.

How many people are named Mai in the US?

Approximately 5,642 people in the United States are named Mai. The name peaked in 1990 with 254 recorded uses.

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