US Popularity:3739
Origin:German
Other Origin(s):Hebrew
Meaning:Higher, superior; Enlightened; Mayor, leader
Mayer is a masculine name of German and Hebrew origin. This traditional last name is a lesser-known first name, making it an eye-catching choice for parents looking for a unique moniker for baby. The German Mayer is derived from the word meiger, meaning “higher” or “superior.” In Hebrew, it comes as a variant of meir, meaning "enlightened,” and Meyer, meaning “mayor” or “leader.” An influential and intelligent name like Mayer will be sure to encourage a born leader in baby.

Mayer Name Popularity Data

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Mayer is currently #4384 on The Bump
Boy:Mayer is currently #2461 on The Bump Boy Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Mayer is currently #3739 in U.S. births
Boy:Mayer is currently #1880 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2023
#1880
in 2023
+ 46
from 2022
In comparison to the previous year's data
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