| Meaning | bringer of light |
| Origin | Hebrew |
| Gender | gender neutral |
| Opposite gender | Mayer |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 5 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Syllabification | May-er |
About Mayer
Mayer presents a sophisticated choice that balances traditional roots with contemporary sensibility in pleasing proportion. This name carries professional gravitas that translates well across various settings, from casual introductions to formal presentations. The straightforward spelling and pronunciation eliminate common naming frustrations, providing clarity in all written and verbal communications. Mayer occupies interesting middle ground—neither overly common nor completely obscure, offering familiarity without saturation. The name's business-like quality suggests competence and reliability, characteristics that benefit individuals throughout educational and professional pursuits. Its two-syllable structure provides adequate substance while maintaining efficiency and ease of use. Mayer works exceptionally well across different surname types, showing remarkable adaptability in various combinations. The name ages beautifully, sounding appropriate whether your son is five or fifty, avoiding the trap of names that only suit certain life stages. Parents who choose Mayer typically value understated elegance over flashy trends, preferring names that convey quiet confidence. This selection demonstrates mature taste in naming, prioritizing longevity and versatility over temporary popularity, ensuring your son's name remains respectable and relevant throughout all future decades.
Variations of Name Mayer
| Meir |
| Meïr |
| Maier |
| Meirion |
Nicknames for Mayer
| May |
| Maye |
Famous People Named Mayer
| 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 |
Characters Named Mayer
| 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" |