Mayer vs Whitley

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

Popularity Comparison

Mayer Rank #1,834
Whitley Rank #2,009

Mayer is more popular, ranked #1834 vs #2009 for Whitley.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mayer or Whitley more popular?

Mayer is more popular, ranked #1834 compared to Whitley at #2009 in the United States.

What do Mayer and Whitley mean?

Mayer means "overseer, tenant farmer" (German (Middle High German) origin). Whitley means "white meadow" (Old English origin).

Are Mayer and Whitley boy or girl names?

Mayer is primarily a boy name. Whitley is primarily a boy name.

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