Mais
Mais is a Muslim girl name meaning “Graceful, swaying walk”.
| Meaning | Graceful, swaying walk |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | ميس |
| Pronunciation | MAYS |
| Arabic root | م ي س (m-y-s) — to sway, to walk with a proud gait |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Mais
Mais, also written Mays, comes from the Arabic mays (ميس), from the root m-y-s. The verb describes walking with a proud, swaying grace, so the name is usually explained as 'graceful' or 'one who walks with an elegant sway'. Classical Arabic dictionaries also record mays as the name of a tree whose strong wood was used to make camel saddles. Families today usually have the first meaning in mind, the image of graceful movement.
As a girl's name Mais is a modern favourite in the Levant, Iraq and the Gulf, valued for being short, soft and easy to say. It is particularly popular in Jordan, Palestine and Syria. Spellings vary because English has no exact match for the Arabic diphthong: Mais and Mays are the most common, while Mayes and Mayce also appear in the diaspora. It is said as a single syllable, MAYS. The name is purely Arabic and has no religious meaning, but because its meaning is pleasant and harmless, Muslim families use it without any concern.
Is Mais a Muslim name?
Yes. Mais is an Arabic name used by Muslim families, especially in Jordan, Syria, Palestine and the Gulf. It has no negative meaning and is fully acceptable in Islam.
Where is the name Mais used?
Common among girls in Jordan, Palestine, Syria, Iraq and the Gulf states.
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Spellings and variants of Mais
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Mais mean?
Mais means 'Graceful, swaying walk'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Mais a Muslim name?
Yes. Mais is an Arabic name used by Muslim families, especially in Jordan, Syria, Palestine and the Gulf. It has no negative meaning and is fully acceptable in Islam.
How do you write Mais in Arabic?
Mais is written ميس in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Mais?
Mais is pronounced MAYS.
Is Mais a boy or girl name?
Mais is used as a girl's name in the Arab world.