Mayme
Pronunciation: [ m-AYM ]
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Mayme first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 576 babies have been named Mayme in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Mayme is past its peak , currently ranked #17,305 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #17,305
- Total SSA Count
- 8
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About the Name Mayme
Mayme is a girl name .
Mayme is currently ranked #17,305 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Mayme include May, Maie, and Maykins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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