“Maya is a name prevalent across various cultures with different meanings” — Symbolizes water
Hebrew origin · Girl name
♂ 0% boys♀ 100% girls
#50US 2023
4.1kBirths / yr
→Stable
103.2kAll-time births
📅 Since 1940🏆 19 years in top 1000.27% of births at peak
How to pronounce Maya
MEYE·uh
/ˈmaɪ.ə/ · stress on MEYE · 2 syllables
“Maya is a name prevalent across various cultures with different meanings”
Symbolizes water · Hebrew origin
What does Maya mean and where does it come from?
Maya is a name prevalent across various cultures with different meanings. In Hebrew, it symbolizes water, a vital source of life, and in Sanskrit, it represents the concept of illusion, layers of reality, or the world as a place of dreams. The Maya civilization in Central America also lends cultural
Cultural significance
Maya has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Hebrew-speaking communities, where it reflects values of hebrew.
Holding steady — currently #50 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
US Trend 1940–2023#50 · Top 0.04%
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Year
US Rank
Births
vs Prior Year
2023
#50
4,085
▲ up 1 · -4% births
2022
#51
4,244
▲ up 4 · +4% births
2021
#55
4,080
▲ up 6 · +10% births
2020
#61
3,696
▲ up 7 · -10% births
2015
#68
4,125
▼ down 2 · +4% births
2010
#66
3,967
▲ up 7 · -10% births
2005
#73
4,428
▲ up 40 · +47% births
2000
#113
3,017
▲ up 114 · +143% births
1995
#227
1,240
▲ up 172 · +90% births
1990
#399
651
▲ up 298 · +159% births
1985
#697
251
▼ down 188 · -37% births
1980
#509
397
▲ up 250 · +112% births
1975
#759
187
▲ up 156 · +32% births
1970
#915
142
▲ up 1315 · +390% births
1965
#2230
29
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Name Popularity Timeline
Popularity Statistics for Maya
2023Rank #50
4,428
#1180
↗Rising
1940 - 202319 years
The story of Maya
Maya entered American naming records in 1940 and has been in use for over 84 years. Its peak popularity was #57 in 2006. More than 103,192 babies have been named Maya since 1940. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #5002 in 1940 to #50 in 2023. Maya is used for both genders: 100% female and 0% male.
Maya means "Hebrew" — a name rooted in Hebrew 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 Maya?
Maya is currently ranked #50 in the United States as a baby name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.
What is the cultural origin of Maya?
Maya originates from Hebrew tradition. Hebrew 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 Maya?
Maya is a two-syllable name pronounced M AY1 AH0. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.
Is Maya more of a girl or boy name?
Maya is a genuinely unisex name used for both boys and girls. The unisex quality makes it particularly versatile for modern families.
Sibling names that pair with Maya
For a sister
Maya & Abigail♡
Maya & Eliana♡
Maya & Naomi♡
Maya & Delilah♡
For a brother
Maya & Noah♡
Maya & Benjamin♡
Maya & Levi♡
Maya & Ezra♡
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