Maiah Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Maiah has Hebrew origins, meaning 'gift from God' or 'water'. It evolved from the Hebrew name Ma'ayah and has seen a rise in popularity in modern times. The name is often associated with positive traits such as creativity and uniqueness, and it does not have any significant biblical relevance.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Maiah"
Pronunciation
/ˈmaɪə/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Maiah is derived from the Hebrew name 'Ma'ayah', which means 'water' or 'gift from God'.
Meaning
gift from God, water
Language Evolution
Ma'ayah, Maiah
Historical Usage
Maiah is a relatively modern name that has gained popularity in recent decades, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Maya, Mya, Maia
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Maiah is perceived as a unique and modern name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
📊 Maiah Name Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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✨ Maiah Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 63 peak births in 1998
Geographic Spread
Popular across 9 US states, with strongest presence in California
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 3 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Maiah"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Maiah"
"Maiah" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 12632nd of 27321 | 60 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3805th of 35406 | 598 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 4336th of 30306 | 395 |
Regional Popularity of "Maiah" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Maiah" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
71.96% 3297th/4582 |
86.77% 4481st/5164 |
75.58% 5527th/7313 |
45.36% 3385th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
79.76% 3579th/4487 |
53.14% 3625th/6822 |
52.33% 3284th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Maiah"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Maiah" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Maiah" in the United States
The name Maiah is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Maiah has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Maiah' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 12632nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3805th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4336th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Maiah' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.