Maiana

“sea”

Hawaii origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#10047US 2023

10Births / yr

↓Falling

91All-time births

📅 Since 200000

What does Maiana mean and where does it come from?

Maiana is a name of Hawaiian and Maori origin. In Hawaiian, it signifies 'sea,' often representing the connection to nature and the marine environment, which is significant in Hawaiian culture. In Maori culture, it can describe the gift of the sea or the waves. This name is more commonly found in Po

Cultural significance

Maiana has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Hawaii-speaking communities, where it reflects values of sea.

Peak popularity

Reached #10639 in 2020 — currently #10047 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Maiana?

Maiana works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Maiana Grace

How popular is Maiana right now?

Falling — down 1203 spots — currently #10047 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2000–2023#10047 · Top 7.4%

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2010

2015

2020

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#10047	10	▼ down 1203 · -17% births
2022	#8844	12	▼ down 1344 · -20% births
2021	#7500	15	▲ up 3139 · +67% births
2020	#10639	9	▲ up 1889 · +13% births
2015	#12528	8	▼ down 601 · -11% births
2010	#11927	9	▲ up 2981 · +50% births
2000	#14908	6	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Maiana

Best Year2021Rank #7500

Peak Count15

Average Rank#10913

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range2000 - 20237 years

The story of Maiana

Maiana is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2000. With 91 total births recorded, Maiana remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #14908 in 2000 to #10047 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Maiana in 2020:

Olivia Emma Ava Charlotte Sophia

Maiana by decade

Maiana peaked in the 2020s. See all 2020s names →

Decade	Births
2000s	11
2010s ★	71
2020s	9

💎Maiana has only 91 total recorded births since 2000 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Maiana?

Common

MaiMaianMaianieMaianyAna

What names sound and feel like Maiana?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Maiana also consider these

Kaiana

Hawaii · A combination of

Makana

Hawaii · Gift

Laiana

Hawaii · mysterious presence

Maiyana

American · gift from God

Mariana

Spanish · Spanish

Malana

Hawaii · Calm and peaceful

Madiana

Spanish · From Magdala

Maliana

Timor-Leste · Tetum

Common questions about the name Maiana

What does the name Maiana mean?

Maiana means "sea" — a name rooted in Hawaii tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Maiana?

Maiana is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Maiana have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Maiana?

Maiana originates from Hawaii tradition. Hawaii names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

Is Maiana trending right now?

Maiana is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.

Is Maiana a common or rare name?

Maiana is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.