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Addison vs Mayer

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Mayer

Boy #1,834 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"overseer, tenant farmer"

Origin: German (Middle High German)

Cultural Roots

Jewish German American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,834
Total SSA Count
88
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Addison Rank #1,937
Mayer Rank #1,834

Mayer is more popular, ranked #1834 vs #1937 for Addison.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Addison or Mayer more popular?

Mayer is more popular, ranked #1834 compared to Addison at #1937 in the United States.

What do Addison and Mayer mean?

Addison means "son of Adam" (Old English origin). Mayer means "overseer, tenant farmer" (German (Middle High German) origin).

Are Addison and Mayer boy or girl names?

Addison is primarily a boy name. Mayer is primarily a boy name.

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