Mayvis
Meaning of Mayvis
Mayvis is a feminine given name of Anglo-French origin, ultimately derived from the Old French mavis (“song thrush”) and adopted into Middle English to denote this melodic woodland bird. Pronounced MAY-vis (/ˈmeɪvɪs/), the name conveys subtle natural and seasonal nuances—particularly of spring—while its concise two-syllable structure fits modern naming preferences. Social Security Administration records trace Mayvis back to five U.S. births in 1916 (rank 573), followed by sporadic usage through the 1920s and a lengthy interval of rarity. A modest resurgence began in 2014, with annual occurrences stabilizing between 10 and 19 newborns and rankings hovering from 926 to 953 over the past decade. Despite its avian heritage, Mayvis remains a modest performer on contemporary name charts, sustaining a steady niche presence without ascending to the top tiers—an analytical indicator of its appeal to parents seeking a distinctive, historically grounded choice.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as MAY-vis (/'meɪvɪs/)
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