| Meaning | bringer of light |
| Origin | Hebrew |
| Gender | gender neutral |
| Opposite gender | Mayer |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 5 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Syllabification | May-er |
Mayer is a charming and meaningful name with Hebrew origins. Derived from the Hebrew name "Meir," it carries the beautiful meaning of "enlightened" or "one who shines." Choosing the name Mayer for your baby boy holds cultural significance and connects to Jewish heritage, making it an excellent choice for families with Jewish roots or those seeking a name with a profound history.
In addition to its religious and cultural ties, Mayer has a classic and timeless feel, making it suitable for modern times as well. Its variations in different languages, such as Meir in Hebrew, Meïr in French, and Maier in German, add to its global appeal and versatility.
As your little Mayer grows, he may be affectionately called May, Mey, Mikey, or Manny, which adds a touch of endearment to his name. Whether he becomes an accomplished individual in various fields or a character in fictional realms, the name Mayer exudes a sense of intelligence, illumination, and charisma.
Naming your baby boy Mayer gives him a name rooted in meaning and history while allowing him to shine brightly throughout his life's journey.
| Meir |
| Meïr |
| Maier |
| Meirion |
| May |
| Maye |
| Mayer Amschel Rothschild | Founder of the Rothschild banking dynasty |
| Mayer Hawthorne | American singer-songwriter and producer |
| Mayer James Keegan | English actor and dancer |
| Mayer Kirshenblatt | Canadian painter and Holocaust survivor |
| Mayer Levy | Israeli footballer |
| Mayer Sulzberger | American rabbi and scholar |
| Mayer Vishner | American bridge player and World Bridge Champion |
| Mayer Zald | American sociologist and professor |
| Mayer Zarchi | Israeli politician and Knesset member |
| Mayer Lamar Rothman | American astronaut |
| Mayer Zand | Iranian filmmaker and screenwriter |
| Mayer Taylor | Canadian politician and lawyer |
| Mayer DeRoy | American theatrical producer and composer |
| Mayer Brenner | Canadian businessman and philanthropist |
| Mayer Jacoby | American politician and jurist |
| Mayer Kaplan | American rabbi and educator |
| Mayer Fox | American journalist and author |
| Mayer Rokach | Israeli politician and Mayor of Tel Aviv |
| Mayer Brown | American football player |
| Mayer Rothschild | Character in the novel "The House of Rothschild" by Niall Ferguson |
| Mayer Offerman | Character in the TV series "Hunters" |
| Mayer Zuckerman | Character in the novel "The Bonfire of the Vanities" by Tom Wolfe |
| Mayer Levy | Character in the film "All the Money in the World" |
| Mayer Kauffman | Character in the TV series "The Kominsky Method" |
| Mayer Wolfsheim | Character in F. Scott Fitzgerald's novel "The Great Gatsby" |
| Mayer Rodakis | Character in the film "Loving Vincent" |
| Mayer Goldman | Character in the TV series "Suits" |
| Mayer Schiller | Character in the film "Kissing Jessica Stein" |
| Mayer Brandt | Character in the film "Munich" |
| Mayer Brownstone | Character in the TV series "The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel" |
| Mayer Kaufman | Character in the film "Adaptation" |
| Mayer Dyer | Character in the TV series "Friday Night Lights" |
| Mayer Chase | Character in the film "Spread" |
| Mayer Abrams | Character in the film "The Savages" |
| Mayer Highman | Character in the TV series "Gilmore Girls" |
| Mayer Fine | Character in the film "Dead Man Walking" |
| Mayer Hoff | Character in the TV series "The Affair" |
| Mayer Brock | Character in the film "The Big Brass Ring" |
| Mayer Kessler | Character in the TV series "Criminal Minds" |