Maiya Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Maiya originates from Hebrew, meaning 'spring' or 'fountain.' It has evolved from the historical form Ma'ayan to its modern version. Maiya is associated with traits of freshness and beauty and has no significant biblical relevance. The name has gained popularity in recent decades and is viewed as elegant and contemporary.
The name Maiya is most popular in Hawaii, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) 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, Maiya has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, too falling 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, 'Maiya' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 9746th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3293rd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1335th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2006th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Maiya' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Maiya"
Pronunciation
/ˈmaɪ.jə/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
Maiya is derived from the Hebrew name 'Ma'ayan,' meaning 'spring' or 'fountain.'
Meaning
spring, fountain
Language Evolution
Ma'ayan, Maiya
Historical Usage
Maiya has gained popularity in modern times, especially in the late 20th and early 21st centuries as a unique and attractive name.
Variants & Derivatives
Maya, Maia, Mya
Modern Popularity & Image
The name Maiya is perceived as modern, feminine, and elegant, often associated with nature and beauty.
Famous People
Maiya Williams, a notable author, Maiya Sykes, a singer and songwriter
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Maiya"
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 "Maiya"
"Maiya" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 9746th of 19264 | 49 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 3293rd of 27321 | 496 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1335th of 35406 | 2,569 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2006th of 30306 | 1,175 |
Regional Popularity of "Maiya" 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 "Maiya" 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) |
71.40% 2631st/3685 |
69.43% 3107th/4475 |
43.03% 2235th/5194 |
50.12% 3166th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
28.33% 1298th/4582 |
25.17% 1300th/5164 |
22.41% 1639th/7313 |
17.41% 1299th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
52.28% 2083rd/3984 |
46.22% 2074th/4487 |
34.29% 2339th/6822 |
29.25% 1836th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Maiya"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Maiya" 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.