Maya: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
A name rich with meaning across cultures, from illusion in Sanskrit to water in Hebrew.
- Origin
- Sanskrit
- Syllables
- 2
- Current rank
- #50
- Peak
- #54 in 2006
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 Maya Means
Maya is a girl name of Sanskrit origin. A name rich with meaning across cultures, from illusion in Sanskrit to water in Hebrew.
How Popular Maya Is
Maya currently ranks #50 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #54 in 2006. It has held steady.
Good to Know About Maya
- Maya Angelou, poet and civil rights activist, is the name's most celebrated bearer.
- Connected to the ancient Maya civilization of Central America.
- In Hindu philosophy, maya refers to the illusion of the material world.
Names Like Maya
Other Sanskrit names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Maya
Sanskrit names that pair well as a brother or sister to Maya.
Questions About Maya
What does Maya mean?
Maya is a girl name of Sanskrit origin. A name rich with meaning across cultures, from illusion in Sanskrit to water in Hebrew.
How popular is Maya?
Maya currently ranks #50 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #54 in 2006. It has held steady.
Where does Maya come from?
Maya comes from Sanskrit roots. Maya Angelou, poet and civil rights activist, is the name's most celebrated bearer.
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