MAE
Mae
Mae is a British surname with roots in Wales. The name is derived from the Welsh word "maes," meaning field or plain. It is believed to have originated as a topographic surname for individuals who lived near a field or open land.
The surname Mae has been recorded in historical documents dating back to the 16th century, particularly in Wales and its surrounding areas. Over time, variations in spelling have emerged, such as May, Mea, and Maes, among others.
Individuals bearing the surname Mae have contributed to various fields, including literature, politics, and the arts. The surname continues to be passed down through generations, maintaining a link to Welsh heritage and ancestry.
Today, the surname Mae remains a part of British cultural and genealogical history, representing a connection to the land and a sense of identity for those who bear it.
There are approximately 132 people named Mae in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Mae.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Byron
- Carlton
- Cory
- Donald
- Dwain
- James
- John
- Leslie
- Peter
- Tyronne
- Zane
Female
- Anneli
- Annika
- Bonnie
- Daisy
- Ellie
- Elodie
- Georgia
- Jessica
- Lily
- Lisa
- Marita
- Sarah
- Stella
- Sue
Similar and related surnames
Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.