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May vs Annette

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

May

Girl #1,351 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"goddess of spring, month of May"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English American French German

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,351
Total SSA Count
168
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

May Rank #1,351
Annette Rank #1,304

Annette is more popular, ranked #1304 vs #1351 for May.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is May or Annette more popular?

Annette is more popular, ranked #1304 compared to May at #1351 in the United States.

What do May and Annette mean?

May means "goddess of spring, month of May" (Latin origin). Annette means "grace, favor" (Hebrew via French origin).

Are May and Annette boy or girl names?

May is primarily a girl name. Annette is primarily a girl name.

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