Rising since 2011, #6,116 for girls today.
Popularity of Mayvis since 1916
Babies named Mayvis per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 2017, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Mayvis's real moment was 2025.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 5 |
| 1920s | 37 |
| 1930s | 0 |
| 1940s | 0 |
| 1950s | 0 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 97 |
| 2020s | 99 |
Meaning & origin
Mayvis is a rare and unconventional name that has seen a subtle resurgence in the 2020s. First recorded in the United States in 1916, it remained obscure for nearly a century, with only sporadic use until the early 2010s. Since 2011, its popularity has been steadily climbing, reaching a peak in 2025, where it ranks 6,116th. The name's structure suggests a modern invention, combining the familiar month name May with the stylish suffix -vis, reminiscent of names like Mavis or Elvis. Though it has not yet appeared among the top names in any state, its rising trajectory and distinctiveness appeal to parents seeking a name that feels both fresh and slightly retro. The 1-in-84,593 frequency underscores its appeal as a truly unique choice.
Mayvis first appeared in the United States in 1916 but remained extremely rare until a resurgence beginning around 2011. It is likely a modern invented name, formed from the month name May and the fashionable suffix -vis (influenced by names like Mavis or Elvis). There is no known historical or linguistic root, and it does not appear in traditional name lexicons.
“Mayvis” around the world
Where Mayvis lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
5
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: May, Viv, Mavy
Variants: Mavis
Sibling names for Mayvis
Names that share Mayvis's style, for a brother or sister.
