May Alatorre

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

May Alatorre — Arabic
45K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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May Alatorre is a name that combines Arabic origins. The first name May is a feminine given name of Arabic origin. May is an English feminine given name. It is derived from the name of the month, which comes from Maia, the name of a Roman fertility goddess. It can also be a variant of the Arabic name Mai مي, which either means water or little gazelle. Mary of Teck (1867–1953), queen consort of George V, King of the United Kingdom. She was informally referred to as "May". The surname Alatorre: Antonio Alatorre (1922–2010), Mexican writer, philologist and translator Gloria Rubio y Alatorre or Gloria Guinness (1912–1980) Javier Alatorre (born 1963), Mexican journalist Marcelo Alatorre (born 1985), Mexican football defender Patricia Alatorre (2007–2020), teenager murdered in California Richard Alatorre (1943–2024), member of the California State Assembly from 1973 to 1985 Vega de Alatorre, municipality in the State of Veracruz, about 60 km from state capital Xalapa Alatorre also comes from Spain and it also means that "At the tower" in ancestry. May is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 45K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name May reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: May

Arabic

May is an English feminine given name. It is derived from the name of the month, which comes from Maia, the name of a Roman fertility goddess. It can also be a variant of the Arabic name Mai مي, which either means water or little gazelle. Mary of Teck (1867–1953), queen consort of George V, King of the United Kingdom. She was informally referred to as "May".

Surname: Alatorre

Spanish

Antonio Alatorre (1922–2010), Mexican writer, philologist and translator Gloria Rubio y Alatorre or Gloria Guinness (1912–1980) Javier Alatorre (born 1963), Mexican journalist Marcelo Alatorre (born 1985), Mexican football defender Patricia Alatorre (2007–2020), teenager murdered in California Richard Alatorre (1943–2024), member of the California State Assembly from 1973 to 1985 Vega de Alatorre, municipality in the State of Veracruz, about 60 km from state capital Xalapa Alatorre also comes from Spain and it also means that "At the tower" in ancestry.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name May is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 52%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name May by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named May Alatorre

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for May Alatorre:

3
Expression Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

5
Soul Urge Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

7
Personality Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name May?
The first name May originates from Arabic. May is an English feminine given name. It is derived from the name of the month, which comes from Maia, the name of a Roman fertility goddess. It can also be a variant of the Arabic name Mai مي, which either means water or little gazelle. Mary of Teck (1867–1953), queen consort of George V, King of the United Kingdom. She was informally referred to as "May".
When was May most popular?
The name May reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Alatorre?
The surname Alatorre originates from Spanish. Antonio Alatorre (1922–2010), Mexican writer, philologist and translator Gloria Rubio y Alatorre or Gloria Guinness (1912–1980) Javier Alatorre (born 1963), Mexican journalist Marcelo Alatorre (born 1985), Mexican football defender Patricia Alatorre (2007–2020), teenager murdered in California Richard Alatorre (1943–2024), member of the California State Assembly from 1973 to 1985 Vega de Alatorre, municipality in the State of Veracruz, about 60 km from state capital Xalapa Alatorre also comes from Spain and it also means that "At the tower" in ancestry.
What are the origins of the name May Alatorre?
The name May Alatorre combines two different traditions: the first name May has Arabic roots, while the surname Alatorre originates from Spanish.
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