Maymie Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Maymie is an English name derived from 'May', which relates to spring and growth. It evolved from May through forms like Mayme and is characterized by its vintage charm. The name does not have biblical relevance, but it gained popularity in the late 19th century. Today, it is viewed positively as warm and feminine, with notable individuals bearing the name.
The name Maymie is most popular in Kentucky, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Maymie has been stalled for female in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in South. Across generations, 'Maymie' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1263rd out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 3187th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 11867th out of 12526 names. Discover how the name 'Maymie' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Maymie"
Pronunciation
/ˈmeɪmi/
Origin
English
Etymology
Maymie is a diminutive form of the name 'May', which is derived from the name of the month 'May', itself named after the Roman goddess Maia, who was associated with spring and growth.
Meaning
spring, growth
Language Evolution
May, Mayme, Maymie
Historical Usage
Maymie gained popularity in the late 19th and early 20th centuries as a feminine name, often used as a sweet and affectionate form of May.
Variants & Derivatives
May, Mayme, Maime
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Maymie is seen as a charming and vintage name, often associated with warmth and femininity.
Famous People
Maymie M. McFadden, an American educator and author, Maymie G. L. H. H. L. K. Whittemore, an American botanist
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Maymie"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Maymie"
"Maymie" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1263rd of 9107 | 654 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 3187th of 9204 | 147 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 11867th of 12526 | 6 |
Regional Popularity of "Maymie" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Maymie" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
43.32% 1025th/2366 |
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| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
94.05% 2213th/2353 |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Maymie"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Maymie" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.