Hope vs May

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Hope

Girl #317 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"Wish fulfilled"

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Girl #1,351 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"goddess of spring, month of May"

Origin: Latin

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Hope Rank #317

May Rank #1,351

Hope is more popular, ranked #317 vs #1351 for May.

Is Hope or May more popular?

Hope is more popular, ranked #317 compared to May at #1351 in the United States.

What do Hope and May mean?

Hope means "Wish fulfilled". May means "goddess of spring, month of May" (Latin origin).

Are Hope and May boy or girl names?

Hope is primarily a girl name. May is primarily a girl name.