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Mayer vs Addison

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

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Popularity Comparison

Mayer Rank #1,834
Addison Rank #1,937

Mayer is more popular, ranked #1834 vs #1937 for Addison.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mayer or Addison more popular?

Mayer is more popular, ranked #1834 compared to Addison at #1937 in the United States.

What do Mayer and Addison mean?

Mayer means "overseer, tenant farmer" (German (Middle High German) origin). Addison means "son of Adam" (Old English origin).

Are Mayer and Addison boy or girl names?

Mayer is primarily a boy name. Addison is primarily a boy name.

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