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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Strong and brave
- Origin
- Germanic (Old High German/Old Dutch Meginhard, via Old French/Middle English)
- Gender
- Used for both boys and girls
- Pronunciation
- MAY-nerd
Maynard is a Germanic name, tracing back to the Old High German and Old Dutch Meginhard and arriving in English by way of Old French and Middle English. Its meaning — strong and brave — gives it a sturdy, no-nonsense character. If you're researching Maynard, you're looking at a name with real historical roots rather than a recent invention.
Meaning & Origin of Maynard
Meaning: Strong and brave.
Origin: Germanic (Old High German/Old Dutch Meginhard, via Old French/Middle English).
Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.
How to Pronounce Maynard
MAY-nerdIPA /ˈmeɪnərd/
Popularity of Maynard
Maynard had its biggest moment in 1922, ranking #279 with 398 babies given the name; by 2024 it had fallen all the way to #8712, with just 9 babies named Maynard that year.
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FAQ
What does the name Maynard mean?
Strong and brave. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Maynard?
Maynard is pronounced MAY-nerd (IPA: /ˈmeɪnərd/).
Is Maynard a popular name right now?
Maynard peaked at #279 in 1922 and is ranked #8712 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)
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