Mayumi Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Mayumi is a Japanese name meaning 'beautiful truth', derived from the elements for 'true' and 'beautiful'. It has evolved through forms such as Mayu and Mi. The name has been used for many decades in Japan, gaining popularity in the 20th century, and is associated with grace and femininity. There is no biblical relevance connected to this name, and notable figures include voice actress Mayumi Iizuka and actress Mayumi Saegusa.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Mayumi"
Pronunciation
/maɪˈjuːmi/
Origin
Japanese
Etymology
The name Mayumi is derived from the Japanese elements 'まゆ' (mayu), meaning 'true', and 'み' (mi), meaning 'beautiful'. Thus, it can be interpreted as 'beautiful truth'.
Meaning
beautiful truth
Language Evolution
まゆみ (Mayumi), まゆ (Mayu), み (Mi)
Historical Usage
The name Mayumi has been used in Japan for many decades and gained popularity during the 20th century, particularly in the post-war era.
Variants & Derivatives
Mayu, Mayo, Miyumi
Modern Popularity & Image
Mayumi is perceived as a graceful and feminine name in contemporary Japanese culture, often associated with elegance.
Famous People
Mayumi Iizuka - Japanese voice actress, Mayumi Saegusa - Japanese actress
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Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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✨ Mayumi Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 33 peak births in 2024
Geographic Spread
Popular across 2 US states, with strongest presence in California
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 5 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Mayumi"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Mayumi"
"Mayumi" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 11010th of 12526 | 10 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 8161st of 19264 | 72 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 8847th of 27321 | 118 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 8595th of 35406 | 199 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 5849th of 30306 | 256 |
Regional Popularity of "Mayumi" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Mayumi" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- |
100.00% 3483rd/3483 |
- |
87.17% 3525th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - |
85.91% 5427th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - |
53.89% 4022nd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
100.00% 4487th/4487 |
- |
54.80% 3439th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Mayumi"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Mayumi" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Mayumi" in the United States
The name Mayumi is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Mayumi has been stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Mayumi' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 11010th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 8161st out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 8847th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 8595th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 5849th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Mayumi' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.