Calla vs May

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

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Popularity Comparison

Calla Rank #1,518
May Rank #1,351

May is more popular, ranked #1351 vs #1518 for Calla.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Calla ___

  • Calla Rose
  • Calla Jane
  • Calla Mae
  • Calla Elise
  • Calla Simone
  • Calla Grace

May ___

  • May Rose
  • May Eleanor
  • May Josephine
  • May Beatrice
  • May Louise
  • May Frances

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Calla

Iris Juniper Sage Felix Oliver

If you choose May

June Pearl Iris Theodore August

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Calla or May more popular?

May is more popular, ranked #1351 compared to Calla at #1518 in the United States.

What do Calla and May mean?

Calla means "beautiful" (Greek origin). May means "goddess of spring, month of May" (Latin origin).

Are Calla and May boy or girl names?

Calla is primarily a girl name. May is primarily a girl name.

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