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May vs Rai

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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Rai

Boy #3,971 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"trust, reliance"

Origin: Japanese

Cultural Roots

Japanese Indian Arabic American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,971
Total SSA Count
28
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

May Rank #1,351
Rai Rank #3,971

May is more popular, ranked #1351 vs #3971 for Rai.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is May or Rai more popular?

May is more popular, ranked #1351 compared to Rai at #3971 in the United States.

What do May and Rai mean?

May means "goddess of spring, month of May" (Latin origin). Rai means "trust, reliance" (Japanese origin).

Are May and Rai boy or girl names?

May is primarily a girl name. Rai is primarily a boy name.

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