Maya
Meaning & Origin
Meaning: Illusion; Water; Spirit; Dream
Background: The name Maya originates from the Sanskrit word 'māyā,' which translates to 'illusion.' In Hebrew, it can mean 'water,' while in Greek, it is associated with 'spirit' and 'dream.' Additionally, in certain Native American languages, Maya signifies 'spirit,' reflecting various cultural interpretations.
At a glance
Quick stats based on the history of this name.
Lifetime rank
#325
Total births
120,002
Most popular decade
2000s
(120,312 births)
10-year trend
↑ Rising (+23 ranks)
Years in Top 100
23
First recorded year
1940
Gender usage
0.1% male
99.9% female
Stats by gender
Male
- First year
- 1975
- First year births
- 5
- First year rank
- #5,464
- Peak year
- 2003
- Peak year births
- 13
- Peak rank
- #5,558
- Most recent year
- 2020
- Recent year births
- 6
- Recent rank
- #10,599
Female
- First year
- 1940
- First year births
- 5
- First year rank
- #4,349
- Peak year
- 2006
- Peak year births
- 5,047
- Peak rank
- #57
- Most recent year
- 2024
- Recent year births
- 4,220
- Recent rank
- #51
Births over time
Number of babies given this name each year.
Rank over time
Popularity rank by year (1 = most popular).