Maira Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Maira is a name of Hebrew origin, meaning 'beloved' or 'bitter'. It evolved from the biblical name Miriam and has historical significance in Jewish culture. Maira embodies traits of love and strength. Its biblical relevance comes from its connection to a prominent figure in the Bible, adding depth to its meaning.
The name Maira is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. 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, Maira has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, 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 male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Maira' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 12331st out of 16616 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 9204th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4872nd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2120th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 902nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1963rd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2802nd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Maira' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Maira"
Pronunciation
/ˈmaɪrə/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Maira is derived from the Hebrew word 'mir' which means 'bitter' or 'beloved'. It is often associated with the name 'Miriam'.
Meaning
beloved, bitter
Language Evolution
Miriam, Maira, Mairah
Biblical Background
Maira has a connection to the biblical name Miriam, the sister of Moses and Aaron.
Historical Usage
Maira gained popularity in various cultures, particularly in Jewish communities, and has seen increased use in modern times.
Variants & Derivatives
Miriam, Mery, Mira
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Maira is often perceived as a unique and modern name, reflecting both traditional roots and contemporary appeal.
Famous People
Maira Kalman, an American illustrator and author, Maira Oliveira, a Brazilian artist
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Maira"
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 "Maira"
"Maira" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 12331st of 16616 | 17 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 9204th of 9204 | 5 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 4872nd of 12526 | 124 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2120th of 19264 | 637 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 902nd of 27321 | 3,208 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1963rd of 35406 | 1,570 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2802nd of 30306 | 735 |
Regional Popularity of "Maira" 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) |
- | - | - |
63.94% 4039th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Maira" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
67.00% 1628th/2430 |
100.00% 2853rd/2853 |
- |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
78.45% 2304th/2937 |
45.08% 1570th/3483 |
52.16% 1835th/3518 |
27.08% 1095th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
39.19% 1444th/3685 |
43.89% 1964th/4475 |
20.89% 1085th/5194 |
7.46% 471st/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
47.64% 2183rd/4582 |
36.39% 1879th/5164 |
29.66% 2169th/7313 |
18.40% 1373rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
66.44% 2647th/3984 |
40.34% 1810th/4487 |
46.63% 3181st/6822 |
40.07% 2515th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Maira"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Maira" 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.