May Wylie

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

May Wylie — Arabic
45K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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May Wylie 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 Wylie: Adam Wylie (born 1984), American actor, singer and performer Alexander Wylie (missionary) (1815–1887), British Christian missionary in China. Alexander Wylie, Lord Kinclaven, Scottish judge Alexander Wylie (politician) (1838–1921), British MP for Dunbartonshire, 1895–1906 Alex Wylie (footballer) (1872–1902), Scottish footballer for St Mirren Alex Wylie (cricketer) (born 1973), English cricketer Alison Wylie (born 1954), Canadian feminist philosopher of science Andrew Wylie (American football) (born 1994), American football player Andrew Wylie (college president), (1789–1851), American academic. 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: Wylie

Scottish

Adam Wylie (born 1984), American actor, singer and performer Alexander Wylie (missionary) (1815–1887), British Christian missionary in China. Alexander Wylie, Lord Kinclaven, Scottish judge Alexander Wylie (politician) (1838–1921), British MP for Dunbartonshire, 1895–1906 Alex Wylie (footballer) (1872–1902), Scottish footballer for St Mirren Alex Wylie (cricketer) (born 1973), English cricketer Alison Wylie (born 1954), Canadian feminist philosopher of science Andrew Wylie (American football) (born 1994), American football player Andrew Wylie (college president), (1789–1851), American academic.

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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 Wylie

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 Wylie:

5
Expression Number

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

6
Soul Urge Number

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

8
Personality Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

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 Wylie?
The surname Wylie originates from Scottish. Adam Wylie (born 1984), American actor, singer and performer Alexander Wylie (missionary) (1815–1887), British Christian missionary in China. Alexander Wylie, Lord Kinclaven, Scottish judge Alexander Wylie (politician) (1838–1921), British MP for Dunbartonshire, 1895–1906 Alex Wylie (footballer) (1872–1902), Scottish footballer for St Mirren Alex Wylie (cricketer) (born 1973), English cricketer Alison Wylie (born 1954), Canadian feminist philosopher of science Andrew Wylie (American football) (born 1994), American football player Andrew Wylie (college president), (1789–1851), American academic.
What are the origins of the name May Wylie?
The name May Wylie combines two different traditions: the first name May has Arabic roots, while the surname Wylie originates from Scottish.
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