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Mayvis

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Pronounced MAY-vis /ˈmeɪ.vɪs/High

Meaning: A spelling of Mavis — from Old French mauvis, 'a song thrush' (a sweet-singing bird)Low

In 30 seconds: A song thrush: Mayvis spells Mavis — 'a song thrush'. Sweet, vintage, and warm.
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Origin LowFrench, English
MeaningA spelling of Mavis — from Old French mauvis, 'a song thrush' (a sweet-singing bird)
U.S. rank (2025)#6255 ↗ Rising
2025 U.S. births19 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2017
Total births (all-time)≈ 237

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202519162025

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Mayvis is a spelling of Mavis — from Old French mauvis, 'a song thrush', a bird known for its sweet song. Popularized as a name in the 19th century. A sweet, vintage name; the -ay- styling personalizes it (nickname Mae).

It registers thinly beside Mavis. Rare in this spelling, a-song-thrush at the root, and vintage.

Did you know? Mavis means 'a song thrush' (Old French mauvis, a sweet-singing bird) — Mayvis is a -ay- spelling, sweet and vintage (said 'MAY-vis').
Overall data confidence 55%
Behind the Name — Mavis — root etymology

Variations

MavisMaevis

Nicknames

Mae

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Mayvis mean?

Mayvis spells Mavis — Old French 'a song thrush' (a sweet-singing bird).

How do you pronounce Mayvis?

It's said MAY-vis /ˈmeɪ.vɪs/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Mayvis a boy or girl name?

Mayvis is a girl's name.

How popular is Mayvis?

Mayvis is a rare name in the U.S.

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