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Maya

Maya is a girl name of Sanskrit origin, meaning Illusion" - the mother of the Buddha.

  • GenderGirl
  • OriginSanskrit
  • StyleClassic
  • Syllables2
  • US rank#59

What does Maya mean?

Illusion" - the mother of the Buddha

How popular is Maya?

Popularity in the United States

Maya has been given to 103,254 babies in the United States since 1940, peaking in the 2000s. It has been climbing over the last two decades.

About 1 in 446 babies born in the United States were given this name in the most recent year on record.

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Babies named Maya per year in the United States, 1940–2020. Source: Social Security Administration

Popularity in France

Maya has been given to 16,407 babies in France since 1948, peaking in the 2010s. It has been climbing over the last two decades.

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Babies named Maya per year in France, 1948–2022. Source: INSEE

Popularity in Spain

There are 3,365 people called Maya living in Spain, with an average age of 14.1.

103,254 Babies named since 1940
2000s Peak decade
Rising Recent trend

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Frequently asked questions about Maya

What does the name Maya mean?

Maya means Illusion" - the mother of the Buddha. It is of Sanskrit origin.

Is Maya a boy's or a girl's name?

Maya is most often given to girls.

How popular is the name Maya?

Maya has been given to 103,254 babies in the United States since 1940, peaking in the 2000s. It has been climbing over the last two decades.