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Maya

"illusion" — Hinduism origin

GirlHinduism1 syllableCurrent rank #51 (2024)

About Maya

Maya appears in U.S. Social Security baby-name records. Maya has Hinduism origin. The name is commonly interpreted as "illusion."

Quick Facts

GenderGirl
OriginHinduism
PronunciationMaya
Syllables1

Nicknames for Maya

Maya is usually used as-is and doesn’t have a common shortened nickname.

Popularity in the U.S.

Maya ranks #51 in U.S. SSA 2024 girls data with 4,220 births.. Parents often choose Maya for its clear pronunciation and classic style.

Current #515Y +11%Peak 2022
3.6K3.8K4K4.2K151617181920212223242015: 4,129 births2016: 4,086 births2017: 4,039 births2018: 3,909 births2019: 3,803 births2020: 3,696 births2021: 4,080 births2022: 4,244 births2023: 4,085 births2024: 4,220 births

Maya had 4,220 births in 2024.

Middle Name Ideas

  • Maya Rose
  • Maya Claire
  • Maya June

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Maya mean?

Maya means "illusion" and is commonly associated with Hinduism roots.

Is Maya a popular baby name in the U.S.?

Yes. Maya ranks #51 in U.S. SSA 2024 girls data with 4,220 births..

How is Maya pronounced?

A common pronunciation is Maya.