Major
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Origin and meaning
Name: Major (ma-jor)
Gender: Male
Popularity in 2023: #393
Origin: Latin
Meaning: Better
Origin: African-American
Meaning: Greater, superior
Origin: English
Meaning: Gift of god
Origin: German
Meaning: Greater, Senior, An Office in the Army, Lord Kamdev's Another Name, Council and Spear
Origin and Meaning: The name Major is derived from the English word "major," meaning "greater" or "superior."
Etymology: The word "major" comes from the Latin word "major," which means "greater" or "more important."
Derived: The name Major is not derived from any other name.
History of Name: The name Major has been in use as a given name since the 19th century. It has been used as a first name and a surname. It has been more commonly used in the United States than in other countries.
Style of the Name: The name Major has a strong, confident sound to it. It has a classic feel to it and is a popular choice for parents who want to give their child a name that stands out.
Symbolism of the Name: The name Major has no specific symbolism, but it conveys a sense of strength, leadership, and importance. It is a name that is associated with power and authority.
Pronunciation
Say: 🔊
IPA: /mˈe͡ɪd͡ʒɚ/
Syllables: ma-jor
Major's luck prospects
Destiny | Excellent | ★★★★★ |
Friendship | Excellent | ★★★★★ |
Love | Average | ★★★ |
Family | Average | ★★★ |
Money | Average | ★★★ |
Health | Poor | ★★ |
Personality traits of name Major
- Loving
- Disciplined
- Inoffensive
- Sexy
- Flexible
- Clumsy
- Unprincipled
Astrology of name Major
Zodiac sign: Aquarius
Element: Earth
Ruling planet: Uranus
Lucky metal: Gold
Lucky gemstones: | Ethiopian Opal |
Lucky colors: | Teal Salmon |
Totem pet: Hedgehog
Totem animal: Eagle
Totem plant: Lilac
Totem tree: Lime
Lucky weekday: Thursday
Favorable month: February
Lucky numbers: 10, 11, 17
Lucky days of the month: 25, 27, 31
Unlucky number: 6
Hobbies: dancing, tissue paper crafts, wine, beer or spirits tasting
Careers: Beauty & Wellbeing, Banking, Transport
Health issues: Kidney and stone problems
Letters count: 5
Numerology of name Major
Name popularity
Male
Raw data
Year | Rank | Births |
---|---|---|
1880 | 180 | 28 |
1881 | 151 | 40 |
1882 | 167 | 44 |
1883 | 162 | 41 |
1884 | 180 | 36 |
1885 | 179 | 37 |
1886 | 185 | 31 |
1887 | 168 | 40 |
1888 | 189 | 37 |
1889 | 163 | 44 |
1890 | 189 | 27 |
1891 | 173 | 34 |
1892 | 189 | 41 |
1893 | 183 | 41 |
1894 | 186 | 37 |
1895 | 194 | 34 |
1896 | 192 | 42 |
1897 | 184 | 39 |
1898 | 193 | 42 |
1899 | 176 | 42 |
1900 | 207 | 51 |
1901 | 204 | 22 |
1902 | 193 | 46 |
1903 | 198 | 36 |
1904 | 210 | 31 |
1905 | 208 | 44 |
1906 | 206 | 39 |
1907 | 226 | 30 |
1908 | 229 | 38 |
1909 | 222 | 51 |
1910 | 239 | 46 |
1911 | 251 | 50 |
1912 | 328 | 68 |
1913 | 318 | 98 |
1914 | 353 | 109 |
1915 | 365 | 151 |
1916 | 379 | 130 |
1917 | 370 | 159 |
1918 | 388 | 153 |
1919 | 365 | 183 |
1920 | 381 | 169 |
1921 | 400 | 162 |
1922 | 405 | 151 |
1923 | 432 | 124 |
1924 | 420 | 150 |
1925 | 434 | 116 |
1926 | 403 | 147 |
1927 | 404 | 145 |
1928 | 404 | 150 |
1929 | 421 | 122 |
1930 | 396 | 143 |
1931 | 430 | 95 |
1932 | 406 | 125 |
1933 | 415 | 107 |
1934 | 435 | 95 |
1935 | 437 | 89 |
1936 | 427 | 103 |
1937 | 427 | 93 |
1938 | 432 | 98 |
1939 | 422 | 103 |
1940 | 409 | 127 |
1941 | 443 | 92 |
1942 | 439 | 123 |
1943 | 450 | 125 |
1944 | 432 | 129 |
1945 | 427 | 121 |
1946 | 481 | 108 |
1947 | 483 | 121 |
1948 | 485 | 120 |
1949 | 490 | 110 |
1950 | 475 | 134 |
1951 | 479 | 134 |
1952 | 495 | 116 |
1953 | 508 | 116 |
1954 | 518 | 111 |
1955 | 542 | 102 |
1956 | 549 | 99 |
1957 | 562 | 101 |
1958 | 557 | 95 |
1959 | 556 | 106 |
1960 | 604 | 71 |
1961 | 597 | 66 |
1962 | 601 | 67 |
1963 | 582 | 77 |
1964 | 584 | 83 |
1965 | 578 | 79 |
1966 | 581 | 57 |
1967 | 580 | 68 |
1968 | 601 | 55 |
1969 | 596 | 69 |
1970 | 594 | 72 |
1971 | 598 | 67 |
1972 | 613 | 57 |
1973 | 594 | 59 |
1974 | 606 | 59 |
1975 | 622 | 50 |
1976 | 616 | 46 |
1977 | 622 | 50 |
1978 | 631 | 54 |
1979 | 629 | 58 |
1980 | 626 | 65 |
1981 | 621 | 69 |
1982 | 649 | 51 |
1983 | 649 | 47 |
1984 | 644 | 53 |
1985 | 658 | 39 |
1986 | 653 | 51 |
1987 | 673 | 44 |
1988 | 671 | 60 |
1989 | 680 | 73 |
1990 | 721 | 62 |
1991 | 713 | 51 |
1992 | 735 | 48 |
1993 | 715 | 56 |
1994 | 731 | 46 |
1995 | 758 | 43 |
1996 | 741 | 36 |
1997 | 753 | 39 |
1998 | 764 | 36 |
1999 | 780 | 33 |
2000 | 759 | 55 |
2001 | 752 | 74 |
2002 | 741 | 78 |
2003 | 768 | 63 |
2004 | 774 | 75 |
2005 | 805 | 74 |
2006 | 802 | 83 |
2007 | 800 | 94 |
2008 | 826 | 90 |
2009 | 719 | 182 |
2010 | 655 | 238 |
2011 | 686 | 197 |
2012 | 441 | 555 |
2013 | 342 | 852 |
2014 | 342 | 931 |
2015 | 349 | 911 |
2016 | 335 | 985 |
2017 | 314 | 1040 |
2018 | 335 | 943 |
2019 | 337 | 946 |
2020 | 341 | 902 |
2021 | 393 | 749 |
Name Major in sign language
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