Mayo
- Gender
- Male
- Meaning
- Lives Near The Yew Trees
- Origin
- Gaelic
Mayo Popularity Snapshot
Across the entire US Social Security Administration record (1880–2024), 1,236 baby boys have been named Mayo. The name peaked in 1915 with 41 US births that year (rank #990).
Top States for Mayo
Based on 1910–2024 US SSA state-level records, the three states with the most Mayo births are: Louisiana (32), North Carolina (10), Texas (10).
Other Gaelic-Origin Names Like Mayo
If you like Mayo's Gaelic origin, consider these related names: Abboid, Ahern, Aibhlin, Aidan, Ailin. Browse all Gaelic names →
4-Letter Names Starting with M
Names with Mayo's exact length and starting letter: Maat, Mace, Maci, Mack, Macy.
Quick Facts About Mayo
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Compare Mayo to Other Popular Names
Side-by-side popularity charts and crossover years for Mayo against today's most popular boys-name peers (top 8 by US births in the last 10 years of SSA records).