Mya Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Mya is a name of Greek origin, meaning 'spring' or 'mother.' It evolved from the historical forms Maya and Maia. The name reflects traits of freshness and nurturing. It has no biblical relevance and gained popularity in the late 20th century. Common variants include Maya and Maia, and it is currently viewed as trendy and youthful.
The name Mya is most popular in Nevada, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the MidWest 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 declining in usage, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Mya has been too falling for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, falling for female in South, 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, 'Mya' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 12369th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 21740th out of 23106 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 8106th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2366th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1704th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 135th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 189th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Mya' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Mya"
Pronunciation
/ˈmaɪə/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Mya is derived from the Greek word 'maia,' which means 'spring' or 'mother.' It is also thought to be a variation of the name Maya, associated with the Hindu goddess of illusion and creativity.
Meaning
spring, mother
Language Evolution
Maya, Maia, Mya
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in English-speaking countries during the late 20th century, becoming particularly trendy in the 1990s and 2000s.
Variants & Derivatives
Maya, Maia, Mya
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Mya is perceived as a modern and trendy name, often associated with youthfulness and creativity.
Famous People
Mya Harrison, Mya Taylor
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Mya"
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 "Mya"
"Mya" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 12369th of 24088 | 53 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 21740th of 23106 | 6 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 8106th of 12526 | 32 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2366th of 19264 | 540 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1704th of 27321 | 1,263 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 135th of 35406 | 40,579 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 189th of 30306 | 19,181 |
Regional Popularity of "Mya" 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 "Mya" 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) |
53.18% 1562nd/2937 |
- |
95.37% 3355th/3518 |
63.92% 2585th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
35.03% 1291st/3685 |
49.18% 2201st/4475 |
35.08% 1822nd/5194 |
40.57% 2563rd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
2.16% 99th/4582 |
2.52% 130th/5164 |
1.97% 144th/7313 |
2.36% 176th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
3.71% 148th/3984 |
3.59% 161st/4487 |
3.28% 224th/6822 |
3.44% 216th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Mya"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Mya" 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.