Mayte
Mayte is a girl's name of Spanish origin.
Meaning
Contraction of María Teresa, combining 'wished-for child' or 'beloved' with 'harvester'.
Origin and history
Mayte is a classic Spanish name formed as a contraction of the compound name María Teresa. It combines roots meaning 'wished-for child' or 'rebellious' (from María) and 'harvester' (from Teresa). In the United States, it is a recognizable choice among Spanish-speaking communities and parents seeking a brief, melodic name.
Popularity in the United States
3,503 babies in the United States have been named Mayte since 1880. It ranks #2995 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1683.
States where it is most popular
- CA (40.8 %)
- TX (38.8 %)
- IL (5.1 %)
- FL (3.8 %)
- AZ (3.7 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 19 |
| 1970-1980 | 149 |
| 1980-1990 | 168 |
| 1990-2000 | 511 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,128 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,110 |
| 2020-2029 | 418 |
Famous people named Mayte
- Mayte Garcia: Dancer, Actress
- Mayte Pellegrini: Public Figure
Fun facts
- Mayte originated as a spoken blend of the two traditional Spanish names María and Teresa.
- It is frequently spelled as Maite, which is also very popular in Spain and Latin America.