Is Maya a boy or girl name?

Maya is traditionally a girl's name, though naming customs vary between cultures and families.

Maya scores 70/100 on Namelia's popularity index, with a peak around 2023.

What are good nicknames for Maya?

Popular nicknames for Maya: May, Mimi, Mae, MayaBear.

What names are similar to Maya?

Names similar to Maya: Aya, Leah, Mia, Naya — close in sound, origin, or style.

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Maya

The name Maya has multiple origins and meanings. In Sanskrit, Maya means 'illusion' and is often associated with the mystical power of creation. In Hebrew, Maya means 'water'. It is also a name found in various cultures, including Arabic and Greek, where it can mean 'gracious' or 'nurse'. Overall, the name carries a sense of beauty and mystery.

IPA: /ˈmaɪ.ə/ · Simplified: MY-uh

Female

Sanskrit, Hebrew, Greek, Arabic

Indian, Jewish, Greek, Middle Eastern

Global

mystical

elegant

timeless

graceful

70/100

Popularity

Rising

10-Year Trend

Countries

2023

Peak Year

Meaning of Maya

Etymology, origin story, and cultural significance.

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How to pronounce Maya

IPA notation and a simplified pronunciation guide.

IPA: /ˈmaɪ.ə/ · Simplified: MY-uh

Nicknames for Maya

Common diminutives and short forms used in everyday life.

May

Mimi

Mae

MayaBear

Maya name popularity

Popularity score over the last 10 years and countries where this name is popular.

Popular in Countries

Top countries where this name is most common.

Israel

United States

United Kingdom

India

Australia

International Forms

How this name appears across different languages and cultures.

Maia

Maja

Mayah

Meya

Names like Maya

Names with a similar feel you might also like.

Aya

Leah

Mia

Naya

Collections featuring Maya

Curated name lists where this name appears

Arabic names Greek names Hebrew names Names that mean Strength

Personality

Traits and perception commonly associated with this name.

Individuals named Maya are often thought to be creative and insightful. They carry an aura of mystery and grace, which can make them appear enigmatic to those around them. Mayas tend to be compassionate and have a deep appreciation for beauty and art.

Name Day

Traditional celebration date for this name.

Not traditionally celebrated

Famous people named Maya

Well-known figures who share this name.

Maya Angelou

American poet and civil rights activist, 1928-2014

Maya Lin

American architect and sculptor, born 1959

Frequently asked questions about Maya

Quick answers on meaning, gender, popularity, and nicknames.

What does Maya mean?: Here is the meaning behind Maya: The name Maya has multiple origins and meanings. In Sanskrit, Maya means 'illusion' and is often associated with the mystical power of creation. In Hebrew, Maya means 'water'. It is also a name found in various cultures, including Arabic and Greek, where it can mean 'gracious' or 'nurse'. Overall, the name carries a sense of beauty and mystery.
Is Maya a boy or girl name?: Maya is traditionally a girl's name, though naming customs vary between cultures and families.
How popular is Maya?: Maya scores 70/100 on Namelia's popularity index, with a peak around 2023.
What are good nicknames for Maya?: Popular nicknames for Maya: May, Mimi, Mae, MayaBear.
What names are similar to Maya?: Names similar to Maya: Aya, Leah, Mia, Naya — close in sound, origin, or style.

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