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Mai — Baby Name Meaning and Origin

Mai is a unisex name with multiple origins and meanings. In Chinese, it means 'beautiful' and 'plum', symbolizing elegance and resilience. In Japanese, it means 'dance' or 'coyote', representing gracefulness and playfulness.

Mai

Letter: M
Unisex

Meaning of Mai:

Mai is a unisex name with multiple origins and meanings. In Chinese, it means 'beautiful' and 'plum', symbolizing elegance and resilience. In Japanese, it means 'dance' or 'coyote', representing gracefulness and playfulness. In Vietnamese, it means 'tomorrow', signifying hope and optimism. Mai is a name that reflects beauty, strength, and a joyful spirit.

  • Gender: Unisex
  • Origin: Japanese, Chinese, Vietnamese
  • US popularity: In 2022, 55 newborns in the United States were named Mai (Social Security Administration data). Recorded peak: 1990 with 254 babies.

Similar Names:

Maci , Madi , Mafi , Magi , Mahi , Mai , Maia , Maia , Maid , Maie , Maik

More names starting with M:

Ma , Ma As Sama , Maaaliha , Maaarif , Maaazim , Maab , Maabad , Maacah , Maachah , Maadhav , Maadil , Maadin

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Frequently asked questions about Mai

What does the name Mai mean?

Mai is a unisex name with multiple origins and meanings. In Chinese, it means 'beautiful' and 'plum', symbolizing elegance and resilience. In Japanese, it means 'dance' or 'coyote', representing gracefulness and playfulness. In Vietnamese, it means 'tomorrow', signifying hope and optimism.

What is the origin of the name Mai?

Mai is a unisex name of Japanese, Chinese, Vietnamese origin.

Is Mai a boy or girl name?

Mai is commonly used as a unisex name.

How popular is the name Mai?

In 2022, 55 newborns in the United States were named Mai, according to Social Security Administration data. Its recorded peak was 1990, with 254 babies given the name.

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