Dove vs Mae

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Dove

Girl #1,632 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"dove bird, symbol of peace and love"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American International

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,632
Total SSA Count
127
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Dove Rank #1,632
Mae Rank #530

Mae is more popular, ranked #530 vs #1632 for Dove.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Dove ___

  • Dove Anne
  • Dove Marie
  • Dove Elise
  • Dove Rose
  • Dove Grace
  • Dove Celeste

Mae ___

  • Mae Elizabeth
  • Mae Louise
  • Mae Catherine
  • Mae Caroline
  • Mae Alexandra
  • Mae Josephine

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Dove

Wren Lark Hawk Robin Sparrow

If you choose Mae

Rose Pearl June Beatrice Iris

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dove or Mae more popular?

Mae is more popular, ranked #530 compared to Dove at #1632 in the United States.

What do Dove and Mae mean?

Dove means "dove bird, symbol of peace and love" (Old English origin). Mae means "pearl" (Greek via Latin origin).

Are Dove and Mae boy or girl names?

Dove is primarily a girl name. Mae is primarily a girl name.

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