Brent 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

Popularity Comparison

Brent Rank #1,658
Mayer Rank #1,834

Brent is more popular, ranked #1658 vs #1834 for Mayer.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Brent or Mayer more popular?

Brent is more popular, ranked #1658 compared to Mayer at #1834 in the United States.

What do Brent and Mayer mean?

Brent means "high place, hill top" (Celtic origin). Mayer means "overseer, tenant farmer" (German (Middle High German) origin).

Are Brent and Mayer boy or girl names?

Brent is primarily a boy name. Mayer is primarily a boy name.

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