Maiya

Greek

"mother"

Maiya Origin and Meaning

The name Maiya is a girl's name of Russian origin.

Maiya is a feminine name with multiple cultural origins. In Sanskrit, it relates to 'illusion' or 'magic,' while in Hebrew it can mean 'wished-for child.' It's also found in Japanese culture where it might be connected to the word for 'dance.' The name has gained modest popularity in recent decades as parents seek distinctive yet approachable alternatives to more common names like Maya or Maia. Maiya offers a fresh twist on these similar names while maintaining an easy pronunciation. Its cross-cultural presence gives it versatility and broad appeal. The name has a gentle, flowing quality with its soft consonants and vowel sounds, contributing to its increasingly favorable reception.

Maiya Rank in US Top 1000

# 994 in the US

Popularity of the name Maiya

• 681 Unique 2018
• 872 England 2019

Famous People Named Maiya

• Maiya Maneza Kazakh Olympic weightlifter
• Maiya Williams American novelist and producer
• Maiya Sykes American singer of group Postmodern Jukebox and The Voice
• Maiya Dupree Moran (b. 1999) daughter of actors and TV personalities Rob and Julie Moran
• Maiya Grace Baldoni (b. 2015) daughter of American actor Justin Baldoni
• Maiya Quansah Breed West End Actress known for the musical SIX