May Bosworth

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

May Bosworth — Arabic
45K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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May Bosworth 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 Bosworth: Adam Bosworth, known as one of the pioneers of XML Alan Bosworth (born 1967), English professional boxer Allan R. Bosworth (1901–1986), American author and journalist who served in the US Navy Anne Bosworth (1868–1907), American mathematician Brian Bosworth (born 1965), American NFL linebacker Brian Bosworth (born 1976), known as one of the internet streaming pioneers Clifford Edmund Bosworth, British historian and orientalist David Bosworth (born 1947), American writer David M. Bosworth (1897–1979), American orthopedic surgeon F. F. 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: Bosworth

English

Adam Bosworth, known as one of the pioneers of XML Alan Bosworth (born 1967), English professional boxer Allan R. Bosworth (1901–1986), American author and journalist who served in the US Navy Anne Bosworth (1868–1907), American mathematician Brian Bosworth (born 1965), American NFL linebacker Brian Bosworth (born 1976), known as one of the internet streaming pioneers Clifford Edmund Bosworth, British historian and orientalist David Bosworth (born 1947), American writer David M. Bosworth (1897–1979), American orthopedic surgeon F. F.

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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 Bosworth

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 Bosworth:

6
Expression Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

4
Soul Urge Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

11
Personality Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

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 Bosworth?
The surname Bosworth originates from English. Adam Bosworth, known as one of the pioneers of XML Alan Bosworth (born 1967), English professional boxer Allan R. Bosworth (1901–1986), American author and journalist who served in the US Navy Anne Bosworth (1868–1907), American mathematician Brian Bosworth (born 1965), American NFL linebacker Brian Bosworth (born 1976), known as one of the internet streaming pioneers Clifford Edmund Bosworth, British historian and orientalist David Bosworth (born 1947), American writer David M. Bosworth (1897–1979), American orthopedic surgeon F. F.
What are the origins of the name May Bosworth?
The name May Bosworth combines two different traditions: the first name May has Arabic roots, while the surname Bosworth originates from English.
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