Mae
girl name#500 in 2025Mae entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #52 in 1892, ranks #500 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1880–2025
#500
rank today
#52
peak (1892)
594
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #65 |
| 1890s | #55 |
| 1900s | #58 |
| 1910s | #84 |
| 1920s | #116 |
| 1930s | #159 |
| 1940s | #228 |
| 1950s | #382 |
| 1960s | #723 |
| 1970s | #1354 |
| 1980s | #1868 |
| 1990s | #2157 |
| 2000s | #1324 |
| 2010s | #679 |
| 2020s | #520 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Mae has been most popular in CA, TX, IL.
Living bearers
About 28,000 people named Mae are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Mae alive today was born around 1921, making them about 104 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Mae in 2025?
- Mae ranks #500 among US girl names in 2025, with 594 babies given the name.
- When was the name Mae most popular?
- Mae peaked in 1892, reaching #52 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Mae with classmates?
- Mae will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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