Mai
boy nameMai entered the US charts in 1984, peaked at #4333 in 1985, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1984–2025
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rank today
#4333
peak (1985)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #5863 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Mai are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Mai alive today was born around 1985, making them about 40 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Mai in 2025?
- Mai is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Mai most popular?
- Mai peaked in 1985, reaching #4333 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Mai with classmates?
- Mai will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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