Maya
Multiple girl's name meaning “spring; illusion; water”
- Gender
- Girl
- Origin
- Multiple
- Meaning
- spring; illusion; water
- Syllables
- 1
- Letters
- 4
- US rank (2023)
- #50
- Born in 2023
- 4,085
Meaning & origin
Maya has several roots: the Roman goddess Maia (linked to spring growth), the Sanskrit maya ('illusion'), and a Hebrew word for 'water'.
Popularity
In the latest US data, Maya ranked #50 for girls. It has held remarkably steady over the past decade — a dependable classic.
In 2023, 4,085 US girls were given the name Maya.
US popularity rank over time
Peaked at #50 in 2023
“Unranked” means Maya was outside the US top 1,000 that year.
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Maya: frequently asked questions
What does the name Maya mean?
Maya is a Multiple name meaning "spring; illusion; water". Maya has several roots: the Roman goddess Maia (linked to spring growth), the Sanskrit maya ('illusion'), and a Hebrew word for 'water'.
Where does the name Maya come from?
Maya is of Multiple origin. Maya has several roots: the Roman goddess Maia (linked to spring growth), the Sanskrit maya ('illusion'), and a Hebrew word for 'water'.
Is Maya a boy or a girl name?
Maya is most commonly a girl's name.
How many babies are named Maya?
In 2023, 4,085 US girls were given the name Maya.
Is Maya a popular name, and is it rising or falling?
In the latest US data, Maya ranked #50 for girls. It has held remarkably steady over the past decade — a dependable classic.