Find out how popular the first name Maycee has been for the last 34 years (from 1990 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Maycee by gender

Based on the last 34 years of data, Maycee is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 52 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Maycee.

The history of the first name Maycee

Maycee is a relatively modern name with an uncertain origin. It is believed to be a variation of the name May, which has its roots in the Latin word "Maia," the name of a Roman goddess associated with spring and fertility. The suffix "-cee" is thought to have been added for a more unique and feminine sound.

While the name Maycee itself does not have a long historical record, the name May has been in use since ancient times. In Greek mythology, Maia was one of the Pleiades, the seven daughters of Atlas and Pleione. She was the mother of Hermes, the messenger god, after being seduced by Zeus.

The earliest recorded use of the name May can be traced back to the Middle Ages in Europe. It was a popular name among English and French nobility, often given to girls born in the month of May or during the springtime.

One of the earliest recorded individuals with the name May was May de Braose, a Welsh noblewoman who lived in the late 12th and early 13th centuries. She was known for her involvement in the baronial rebellion against King John of England.

Another notable figure with the name May was May Ziadeh, a Lebanese-Palestinian writer and feminist who lived from 1886 to 1941. She was a pioneering figure in the Arab literary renaissance and a vocal advocate for women's rights.

In the realm of literature, May Sinclair, an English novelist and literary critic born in 1863, is remembered for her works exploring the human psyche and the concept of stream of consciousness.

May Whitty, an English actress born in 1865, had a successful career on stage and in films, earning recognition for her portrayal of strong, independent women.

Lastly, May Wilson Preston, an American astronomer born in 1873, made significant contributions to the study of double stars and the dynamics of stellar systems.

While the name Maycee may be relatively new, it carries the essence of springtime and fertility, drawing from the rich history and symbolism associated with the name May and its Latin and Greek origins.

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