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      Meaning of the first name Mayes

      Origin

      English

      Meaning

      Servant or child of Matthew

      Variations

      Hayes, Mayer, Ayesha
      The name Mayes traces its origins back to Old English, where it derived from the personal name Matthew, meaning gift of God. Mayes, being a patronymic name, follows the convention of signifying son of Matthew or child of Matthew. The term mayes itself can be seen as an alteration of Matthews or an abbreviation of Mathies. The name originated in England, and it emerged during a time when names began to develop as a means to distinguish individuals within a growing population.

      As with many names, the name Mayes has had a presence throughout history. In medieval times, it was common for individuals to be identified by their given names, accompanied by a matronymic or patronymic. Over time, as societies became more organized and documentation became prevalent, names like Mayes became more standardized. In modern-day usage, the name Mayes can be found among English-speaking populations across the world, particularly in countries with historical ties to England, such as the United States, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand. Today, it serves as a reminder of one's ancestral connection to a lineage of individuals named Matthew and demonstrates the enduring nature of names as an integral part of personal identity.

      Based on our records...

      Case

      Case

      This is the most common surname associated with Mayes.
      Henry

      Henry

      This is the most common name of those married to a Mayes.
      Gladys

      Gladys

      This is the most common name for a child of a Mayes.
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      1875 is when there were the most people born with the first name Mayes.

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