Mai: Name Meaning, Origin, Nicknames and Popularity

The name Mai is of Vietnamese origin and it means "flower".

The origins of the name "Mai" can vary.
In Vietnamese, "Mai" is a female given name that means "plum" or "cherry blossom".
In Japanese, "Mai" (舞) is a unisex name that means "dance" or "to dance".
In Chinese, "Mai" (麦) is a surname that can also mean "wheat" or "oats".
In Hawaiian, "Mai" is a variant of the name "May" and is often used as a nickname for Mary or Margaret.

The popularity of the name Mai varies depending on the country and time period. In some countries, such as Vietnam and Japan, Mai is a relatively common name. In Vietnam, Mai is traditionally a feminine name and is often used as a middle name. In Japan, Mai can be a given name for both males and females and has become more popular in recent years.
In Western countries, the name Mai is less common but has been steadily growing in popularity. It can be used as a standalone name or a short form of names such as Maia or Maiara.
Overall, while not one of the most popular names, Mai is recognizable and has a diverse cultural background.

Some possible variations of the name Mai could include:
1. May
2. Mea
3. Mae
4. Maiya
5. Meya
6. Miah
7. Mayi
8. Maiya
9. Maia
10. Maisey

1. Mai-Mai
2. Maimai
3. Maizy
4. M&M
5. Mee
6. Mimi
7. Maymay
8. Maija
9. Mai

1. Mai Kinugawa - Japanese actress
2. Mai Shiranui - fictional character from the video game series "Fatal Fury" and "The King of Fighters"
3. Mai Kuraki - Japanese pop singer
4. Mai Yamane - Japanese singer and songwriter
5. Mai St. Pierre - Canadian para-Nordic skier
6. Mai Fuchigami - Japanese voice actress
7. Mai Satoda - Japanese singer and actress
8. Mai Hoshimura - Japanese pop singer
9. Mai Zetterling - Swedish actress and film director
10. Mai Duc Chung - Vietnamese football coach