What does Mayara mean and where does it come from?
Mayara is a name that has gained popularity in Brazil and is often associated with beauty and nature. It can be derived from the word 'maia' which refers to the first day of May, celebrated for spring and rebirth. The name has a poetic quality and evokes images of flowers, often used by parents look
Cultural significance
Mayara has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Brazil-speaking communities, where it reflects values of a flower.
Peak popularity
Reached #10671 in 2007 — currently #16441 in the US.
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Browse names →How else can you spell Mayara?
Same sound, different look — useful if you want something slightly more distinctive
What middle names flow best with Mayara?
Mayara works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
Mayara Leah
One syllable · timeless choice
Mayara Quinn
One syllable · timeless choice
Mayara Blair
One syllable · on the rise
Mayara Ruth
One syllable · timeless choice
Mayara Wren
One syllable · vintage charm
Mayara Faith
One syllable · vintage charm
How popular is Mayara right now?
Falling — down 3455 spots — currently #16441 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
| Year | US Rank | Births | vs Prior Year |
|---|
| 2025 | #16441 | 5 | ▼ down 3455 · -29% births |
| 2024 | #12986 | 7 | ▼ down 478 · -12% births |
| 2015 | #12508 | 8 | ▼ down 601 · -11% births |
| 2010 | #11907 | 9 | — |
The story of Mayara
Mayara is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1999. With 102 total births recorded, Mayara remains relatively uncommon.
Names that peaked alongside Mayara in 2007:
Mayara by decade
Mayara peaked in the 2000s. See all 2000s names →
| Decade | Births | |
|---|
| 1990s | 5 | |
| 2000s | 35 | |
| 2010s ★ | 62 | |
| 2020s | 12 | |
💎Mayara has only 102 total recorded births since 1999 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.
What are good nicknames for Mayara?
What names sound and feel like Mayara?
Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Mayara also consider these
Common questions about the name Mayara
What does the name Mayara mean?
Mayara means "A flower" — 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 Mayara?
Mayara is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.
What is the cultural origin of Mayara?
Mayara 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 Mayara?
Mayara is a three-syllable name pronounced MAY-AR-uh. 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 Mayara?
Mayara 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.