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Ava-Mae

Girl name · 32 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Ava-Mae: 32 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 7 births in 2017.

The lovely double-barrelled name Ava-Mae brings together two distinct traditions. Ava, a name of uncertain origin, is often linked to the Latin *avis* meaning “bird,” or possibly a variant of the medieval German name *Ava*, which itself may derive from a word for “water” or “island.” Mae is the English and Scottish spelling of May, after the month, or a diminutive of Mary, from the Hebrew “bitter” or “beloved.” One famous bearer is the deeply mourned Scottish television presenter and reporter, Ava-Mae Crayton (1994–2021), whose warmth and talent touched many. The name’s pleasing rhythm and floral, airy feel have made it a steady choice in Scotland since the 1990s, often chosen for its gentle, vintage charm.