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May vs Gray

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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Gray

Girl #5,235 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"gray-haired, dignified"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,235
Total SSA Count
25
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

May Rank #1,351
Gray Rank #5,235

May is more popular, ranked #1351 vs #5235 for Gray.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is May or Gray more popular?

May is more popular, ranked #1351 compared to Gray at #5235 in the United States.

What do May and Gray mean?

May means "goddess of spring, month of May" (Latin origin). Gray means "gray-haired, dignified" (Old English origin).

Are May and Gray boy or girl names?

May is primarily a girl name. Gray is primarily a girl name.

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