Maiara

“A name meaning 'brave' or 'courageous'.” — Associated with positive qualities such as bravery and resilience

Brazil origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#14646US 2022

6Births / yr

↓Falling

62All-time births

📅 Since 200700

How to pronounce Maiara

MEYE·AR·uh

/ˈmaɪ.ˈær.ə/ · stress on MEYE · 3 syllables

“A name meaning 'brave' or 'courageous'.”

Associated with positive qualities such as bravery and resilience · Brazil origin

What does Maiara mean and where does it come from?

Maiara is a name of Brazilian origin, influenced by both Portuguese and Indigenous cultures. It has gained popularity in Brazil and is often associated with positive qualities such as bravery and resilience. In Indigenous contexts, it identifies young girls, denoting youth and vitality. The name exe

Cultural significance

Maiara has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Brazil-speaking communities, where it reflects values of a name meaning 'brave' or 'courageous'..

Peak popularity

Reached #9976 in 2016 — currently #14646 in the US.

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How else can you spell Maiara?

Same sound, different look — useful if you want something slightly more distinctive

Myara

Spelling variant

What middle names flow best with Maiara?

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

Maiara Grace

How popular is Maiara right now?

Falling — down 2877 spots — currently #14646 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2015–2022#14646 · Top 11%

2015

2020

2021

2022

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2022	#14646	6	▼ down 2877 · -25% births
2021	#11769	8	▲ up 4677 · +60% births
2020	#16446	5	▼ down 588 · -17% births
2015	#15858	6	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Maiara

Best Year2021Rank #11769

Peak Count8

Average Rank#14680

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range2015 - 20224 years

The story of Maiara

Maiara is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2007. With 62 total births recorded, Maiara remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #15858 in 2015 to #14646 in 2022.

Names that peaked alongside Maiara in 2016:

Emma Olivia Ava Sophia Isabella

Maiara by decade

Maiara peaked in the 2010s. See all 2010s names →

Decade	Births
2000s	13
2010s ★	44
2020s	5

💎Maiara has only 62 total recorded births since 2007 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Maiara?

Common

MaiMaiarMaiarieMaiaryAra

What names sound and feel like Maiara?

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

Sanskrit-speaking countries · sea crocodile

Mahara

Sanskrit · the great one

Manara

Middle Eastern Countries · a place of

Daiara

English · A meaningful name

Macara

Spain · a name associated

Naiara

Spain · the name of

Common questions about the name Maiara

What does the name Maiara mean?

Maiara means "A name meaning 'brave' or 'courageous'." — a name rooted in Brazil 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 Maiara?

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

What is the cultural origin of Maiara?

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

How do you pronounce the name Maiara?

Maiara is a three-syllable name pronounced M AY1 AE1 R AH0. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Maiara?

Maiara pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Brazil heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.