Former AEW star Mariah May has now joined WWE, specifically competing in NXT. She made her debut on Tuesday night, although the show didn’t reveal her official ring name. Fans, however, immediately recognized her, similar to another former AEW wrestler who transitioned quickly to WWE.
It remains uncertain what WWE will officially call her, but Mariah hinted on social media with the phrase, “Honey I’m Home @wwe @wwenxt,” suggesting her name reveal might be coming soon or WWE is still deciding. This approach mirrors what happened with Ricky Starks, whose name was initially withheld before being changed to Ricky Saints, a change fans have grown to accept. WWE is aiming to create positive buzz around Mariah May regardless of her eventual ring name. The word “attractive” was emphasized during the debut, which may hint at a new nickname she could take on.
Congratulations are in order for Mariah May finally making it to WWE. As noted by Sean Ross Sapp from Fightful, her journey began as a fan and included a WWE tryout early on that didn’t result in a contract. Undeterred, she honed her craft worldwide, including in Japan, before signing with AEW, where she quickly became involved in a major storyline alongside Toni Storm, competing for the women’s world championship. According to Sapp, the wrestlers featured in her debut segment were informed right before going on stage. Once her AEW contract ended, she made her longtime dream a reality by signing with NXT, which has pushed her strongly since her arrival.
Fan Take: Mariah May’s move to WWE is a significant moment for fans as it adds fresh talent to NXT, promising exciting new storylines and competition. Her international experience and previous high-profile matches suggest she could quickly become a standout star in WWE’s women’s division, elevating the sport’s drama and athleticism.
