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Mayer vs Justus

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
Justus Rank #1,814

Justus is more popular, ranked #1814 vs #1834 for Mayer.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mayer or Justus more popular?

Justus is more popular, ranked #1814 compared to Mayer at #1834 in the United States.

What do Mayer and Justus mean?

Mayer means "overseer, tenant farmer" (German (Middle High German) origin). Justus means "just, righteous, upright" (Latin origin).

Are Mayer and Justus boy or girl names?

Mayer is primarily a boy name. Justus is primarily a boy name.

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