Mayra
Mayra is a girl's name of Arabic origin.
Meaning
Swift, light, or admirable; alternatively a variant of Myra.
Origin and history
Mayra is a feminine given name with multiple rooted origins, most commonly derived from the Arabic name Maira meaning swift or light, or as a spelling variant of Myra, coined by 17th-century poet Fulke Greville. It gained steady popularity in the United States during the late 20th century, particularly within Hispanic and multicultural communities. While its usage has softened in recent years, it remains a recognized classic.
Popularity in the United States
33,217 babies in the United States have been named Mayra since 1880. It ranks #781 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1385.
States where it is most popular
- CA (49 %)
- TX (21.6 %)
- NY (5.9 %)
- IL (5.7 %)
- AZ (2.9 %)
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 | 12 |
| 1950-1960 | 177 |
| 1960-1970 | 892 |
| 1970-1980 | 2,537 |
| 1980-1990 | 11,085 |
| 1990-2000 | 11,146 |
| 2000-2010 | 4,703 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,929 |
| 2020-2029 | 736 |
Famous people named Mayra
- Mayra Veronica: Model, Singer
- Mayra Flores: Politician
- Mayra Andrade: Singer
Fun facts
- Mayra is used across English, Spanish, and Arabic-speaking cultures with similar melodic pronunciations.
- As a variant of Myra, its roots link back to 17th-century English poetic creation.