Maybanke

English word or surname name

"May plus river bank"

Maybanke Origin and Meaning

The name Maybanke is a girl's name meaning "May plus river bank".

Maybanke is an Australian name that has a sort of Southern charm that could appeal to many US parents - and is refreshing and unusual without being too challenging.

Maybanke Anderson was a notable Australian women and children rights reformer - while she was a keen suffragette - believing that the vote was "the kernel for all reform" - she was also passionate about education (founding a school designed to prepare girls for university) and employment (she was key in founding kindergartens to help women with children continue to work).

Maybanke is one of the unique baby names with a lot to recommend it.