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Pharaoh vs Mayer

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

Pharaoh Rank #1,760
Mayer Rank #1,834

Pharaoh is more popular, ranked #1760 vs #1834 for Mayer.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pharaoh or Mayer more popular?

Pharaoh is more popular, ranked #1760 compared to Mayer at #1834 in the United States.

What do Pharaoh and Mayer mean?

Pharaoh means "great house" (Ancient Egyptian origin). Mayer means "overseer, tenant farmer" (German (Middle High German) origin).

Are Pharaoh and Mayer boy or girl names?

Pharaoh is primarily a boy name. Mayer is primarily a boy name.

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