May Crandell

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

May Crandell — Arabic
45K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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May Crandell 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 Crandell: Alexandra Crandell (born 1987), American fashion model and television personality Bradshaw Crandell (1896–1966), American artist and illustrator Chad Crandell (born 1975), American football player Crandell Addington (born 1938), American entrepreneur and poker player Dwight Crandell (1923–2009), American volcanologist Marion G. Crandell (1872–1918), American war worker killed in World War I Marcus Crandell (born 1974), Canadian football player Todd Crandell (born 1966), American triathlete Brad Crandell (1927-1991), American radio personality Crandell Theatre, built by Walter S. 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: Crandell

English

Alexandra Crandell (born 1987), American fashion model and television personality Bradshaw Crandell (1896–1966), American artist and illustrator Chad Crandell (born 1975), American football player Crandell Addington (born 1938), American entrepreneur and poker player Dwight Crandell (1923–2009), American volcanologist Marion G. Crandell (1872–1918), American war worker killed in World War I Marcus Crandell (born 1974), Canadian football player Todd Crandell (born 1966), American triathlete Brad Crandell (1927-1991), American radio personality Crandell Theatre, built by Walter S.

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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 Crandell

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 Crandell:

9
Expression Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

7
Soul Urge Number

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

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 Crandell?
The surname Crandell originates from English. Alexandra Crandell (born 1987), American fashion model and television personality Bradshaw Crandell (1896–1966), American artist and illustrator Chad Crandell (born 1975), American football player Crandell Addington (born 1938), American entrepreneur and poker player Dwight Crandell (1923–2009), American volcanologist Marion G. Crandell (1872–1918), American war worker killed in World War I Marcus Crandell (born 1974), Canadian football player Todd Crandell (born 1966), American triathlete Brad Crandell (1927-1991), American radio personality Crandell Theatre, built by Walter S.
What are the origins of the name May Crandell?
The name May Crandell combines two different traditions: the first name May has Arabic roots, while the surname Crandell originates from English.
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