Mayor
ma-yor
US Popularity:20447
Origin:Spanish
Other Origin(s):Latin
Meaning:Major, greatest; Older; Chief, governor
A name that demands authority and respect, Mayor is a gender-neutral name primarily of Spanish and Latin origin. Meaning “greatest," "major," and "oldest," Mayor comes from the Christian title for the Virgin Mary, Santa María la Mayor and offers a meaningful way to welcome your child to your faith. Mayor also means "governor" and "chief" in Spanish as an occupational name for the mayor of the town or city. Mayor can also be a respelling of last names like Mayer, Major, and Meyer. For those seeking a powerful name that rolls off the tongue, Mayor is a wonderful choice.
How Popular Is The Name Mayor?
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2021
Gender:
Girl
#
in 2021
No change
from 2020
Sources
Behind the Name, Mayor, December 2024
WordSense Dictionary, mayor
Ancestry, Mayor Family History
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