"strong, brave, hardy"
Origin: Germanic
Language: Spanish
Maynor
Pronunciation: [ m-AYN-er ]
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"powerful ruler"
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The Story of Maynor
Maynor is a Spanish-influenced adaptation of the Germanic name Mainhard or Meinhard, composed of the elements 'magin' (strength, power) and 'hard' (brave, hardy). Through Spanish phonological evolution, the name transformed to Maynor, particularly in Central American countries like Honduras, Guatemala, and Nicaragua. It represents the blending of Old World Germanic naming traditions with Latin American culture.
Maynor is especially common in Honduras and neighboring Central American countries, where it became popular in the mid-20th century. It is relatively uncommon in the United States except among Latino immigrant communities from Central America.
In Central American culture, Maynor represents a distinctive regional identity — it's a name immediately recognized as Central American in origin, particularly Honduran, giving it strong cultural specificity.
Historical Record
Maynor first appeared in US Social Security records in 1974.
Over 1,029 babies have been named Maynor in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Maynor is rising quickly in popularity , currently ranked #3,033 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Maynor is one of the most distinctively Central American names, particularly associated with Honduras
- The Germanic root 'magin' meaning strength also appears in names like Reginald and Herman
Maynor in Other Languages
German
Meinhard
English
Maynard
Spanish
Maynor
Popularity Over Time
#3,033
Current Rank
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Maynor
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Maynor Figueroa
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1983
Honduran professional soccer player who played in Major League Soccer and for the Honduran national team
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #3,033
- Total SSA Count
- 41
- Cultural Origins
- Latin American Central American Hispanic
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Low
Common Nicknames
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Mayn
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Frequently Asked Questions About Maynor
What does the name Maynor mean?
"strong, brave, hardy" (from Germanic). "powerful ruler" (from Old Germanic). Maynor is a Spanish-influenced adaptation of the Germanic name Mainhard or Meinhard, composed of the elements 'magin' (strength, power) and 'hard' (brave, hardy). Through Spanish phonological evolution, the name transformed to Maynor, particularly in Central American countries like Honduras, Guatemala, and Nicaragua. It represents the blending of Old World Germanic naming traditions with Latin American culture.
What is the origin of the name Maynor?
Maynor has Germanic, Old Germanic, Latin American, Central American, and Hispanic origins. In Germanic, it means "strong, brave, hardy". In Old Germanic, it means "powerful ruler".
Is Maynor a boy or girl name?
Maynor is primarily used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Maynor?
Maynor is pronounced m-AYN-er.
How popular is the name Maynor?
Maynor is currently ranked #3033 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Maynor?
Common nicknames for Maynor include May and Mayn.
What are good middle names for Maynor?
Popular middle name pairings include Maynor Antonio, Maynor Eduardo, Maynor Jose, Maynor Rafael, Maynor Luis, and Maynor Alejandro.
What are good sibling names for Maynor?
Names that pair well with Maynor as siblings include Diego, Sofia, Carlos, Isabella, Ricardo, and Valeria.
How many syllables does Maynor have?
Maynor has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Maynor a common or rare name?
Maynor is an uncommon name, ranked #3033 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Maynor
Maynor is a boy name with Latin American, Central American, and Hispanic origins . The name means "strong, brave, hardy" in Germanic .
Maynor is currently ranked #3,033 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Maynor has 2 syllables and is pronounced m-AYN-er, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Maynor include May and Mayn. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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