Maia
Maia is a girl's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Great, mother, or nurse.
Origin and history
Maia originates from Greek mythology, where she was the mother of Hermes and the eldest of the Pleiades. It is also associated with a Latin root meaning 'great' or 'increase', traditionally linked to spring and fertility. In the United States, Maia has seen steady growth in popularity, favored as a modern yet classical soft choice.
Popularity in the United States
18,200 babies in the United States have been named Maia since 1880. It ranks #1127 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #444.
States where it is most popular
- CA (17.5 %)
- NY (10.5 %)
- FL (8.2 %)
- TX (7.2 %)
- IL (4.2 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 58 |
| 1960-1970 | 217 |
| 1970-1980 | 668 |
| 1980-1990 | 728 |
| 1990-2000 | 2,188 |
| 2000-2010 | 5,057 |
| 2010-2019 | 5,123 |
| 2020-2029 | 4,161 |
Famous people named Maia
- Maia Mitchell: Actress, Singer
- Maia Shibutani: Figure Skater, Olympian
- Maia Campbell: Actress
Fun facts
- In Greek mythology, Maia was the eldest of the seven Pleiades and the mother of the messenger god Hermes.
- The month of May was named after the Roman deity Maia Maiestas, who represented growth and increase.