Girl name guide

Maya name meaning, origin and style

Maya name meaning: meaning varies by tradition. Explore its origin, pronunciation and related names below.

Origin
Sanskrit, Hebrew and Greek usage
Meaning
meaning varies by tradition
Say it
MY-uh

Choosing Maya

A considered sanskrit, hebrew and greek usage choice with a clear sound and a distinct identity.

Popularity note

Popularity changes over time and by place. For current United States birth-name data, consult the Social Security Administration’s annual name statistics.

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