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Mai is a feminine name of uncertain origin. Mai is associated with a playful aesthetic.

Last reviewed · 2026-05-18

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What does Mai mean?

Mai means an older, unattested meaning and comes from uncertain origin.

ith a bright and breezy sound, Mai dances lightly on the tongue. This one-syllable name evokes warmth and simplicity, sharing kinship with other names like Kai and Ray, echoing nature's lively spirit.

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How does Mai sound?

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How popular is Mai?

In 2026, Mai sits outside the U.S. SSA top-1000 chart, with 145 years of historical data on record.

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About the name Mai

What does the name Mai mean?
Mai means an unattested or ambiguous historical meaning and comes from uncertain origin.
Where does the name Mai come from?
Mai traces to a uncertain origin and continues to appear in U.S. SSA records.
How popular is the name Mai?
Mai currently sits outside the U.S. SSA top-1000 chart in 2026.
Is Mai a boy or girl name?
Mai is most commonly used as a feminine name.

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