TheNameDBLe May
TopographicMeaning
The May or the hawthorn.
Etymology
From Old French 'mai' or 'may' referring to the hawthorn plant or the month of May. The prefix 'Le' is the French definite article used in Norman naming traditions.
About the Le May Surname
A French surname derived from a plant name or seasonal reference, likely indicating someone living near hawthorn trees or associated with the month of May. The name reflects Norman surname conventions.
Distribution
Found in France and French-speaking regions with some presence in North America.
Notable Bearers
Various historical French families