The name Mayor is of English origin, derived from an occupational surname that was given to a person who held the office of mayor in a town or city. This name has been used as a given name since the 19th century and has gained popularity over time.
"Mayor has seen an uptick in popularity recently, with seven births each in 2020 and 2021 after a dip to five in 2019 following a peak of seven in 2016. Overall, there have been twenty-six babies named Mayor since 2016."