Mayo Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationMAY-oh / /ˈmeɪ.oʊ/Japanese; Irish
Meaning
Japanese: 'river'; Irish: 'son of the sea'
Historical & Cultural Background
In Japanese culture, the name Mayo can be associated with nature, particularly water elements. In Irish tradition, it is often linked to coastal regions and maritime heritage. The name has seen varying degrees of popularity in different cultures over time, reflecting local naming trends and influences.
Trend Summary
The name Mayo has experienced limited popularity in the United States, with occasional spikes in usage.
Similar Names
Variants
- Maio
International Variants
- Mayo (Spanish)
- Mayo (Irish)
Famous people named Mayo
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Fictional characters named Mayo
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Mayo was first seen in the United States in 1893. Mayo has ranked as high as #793 nationally, which occurred in 1915, and has been most popular in Louisiana, North Carolina, Georgia, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Mayo has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Mayo (1925)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NC | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1893 | 8 |
| 1895 | 8 |
| 1902 | 5 |
| 1903 | 5 |
| 1904 | 6 |
| 1905 | 6 |
| 1909 | 8 |
| 1910 | 6 |
| 1912 | 14 |
| 1913 | 17 |
| 1914 | 26 |
| 1915 | 41 |
| 1916 | 29 |
| 1917 | 33 |
| 1918 | 27 |
| 1919 | 25 |
| 1920 | 36 |
| 1921 | 38 |
| 1922 | 37 |
| 1923 | 33 |
| 1924 | 29 |
| 1925 | 32 |
| 1926 | 18 |
| 1927 | 26 |
| 1928 | 30 |
| 1929 | 23 |
| 1930 | 31 |
| 1931 | 23 |
| 1932 | 20 |
| 1933 | 19 |
| 1934 | 18 |
| 1935 | 16 |
| 1936 | 12 |
| 1937 | 19 |
| 1938 | 19 |
| 1939 | 20 |
| 1940 | 16 |
| 1941 | 10 |
| 1942 | 22 |
| 1943 | 19 |
| 1944 | 9 |
| 1945 | 12 |
| 1946 | 17 |
| 1947 | 14 |
| 1948 | 9 |
| 1949 | 11 |
| 1950 | 14 |
| 1951 | 12 |
| 1952 | 9 |
| 1953 | 12 |
| 1954 | 10 |
| 1955 | 15 |
| 1956 | 14 |
| 1957 | 19 |
| 1958 | 9 |
| 1959 | 12 |
| 1960 | 9 |
| 1961 | 14 |
| 1962 | 9 |
| 1963 | 8 |
| 1964 | 6 |
| 1966 | 7 |
| 1967 | 8 |
| 1968 | 7 |
| 1969 | 9 |
| 1970 | 9 |
| 1971 | 9 |
| 1972 | 6 |
| 1973 | 6 |
| 1976 | 7 |
| 1977 | 6 |
| 1978 | 5 |
| 1979 | 7 |
| 1980 | 8 |
| 1981 | 14 |
| 1983 | 6 |
| 1984 | 6 |
| 1985 | 6 |
| 1987 | 5 |
| 1990 | 8 |
| 1991 | 7 |
| 1992 | 6 |
| 2003 | 5 |
| 2005 | 5 |