Maia: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
The great one, a nurturing mother of springtime.
- Origin
- Greek
- Syllables
- 2
- Current rank
- #498
- Peak
- #488 in 2017
Trend: Steady, holding a similar rank across the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Maia Means
Maia is a girl name of Greek origin. The great one, a nurturing mother of springtime.
How Popular Maia Is
Maia currently ranks #498 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #488 in 2017. It has held steady.
Good to Know About Maia
- Maia peaked at #488 in the U.S. in 2017.
- Maia is a name with ancient Greek heritage.
- It draws from ancient mythology and legend.
Names Like Maia
Other Greek names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Maia
Greek names that pair well as a brother or sister to Maia.
Questions About Maia
What does Maia mean?
Maia is a girl name of Greek origin. The great one, a nurturing mother of springtime.
How popular is Maia?
Maia currently ranks #498 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #488 in 2017. It has held steady.
Where does Maia come from?
Maia comes from Greek roots. Maia peaked at #488 in the U.S. in 2017.
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