Myah
Myah is a girl's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
Water, beloved, or illusion.
Origin and history
Myah is a modern spelling variant of Mya or Maya. Its roots are tied to the Hebrew name Mayim, meaning 'water', as well as various other global origins including Arabic and Greek. In the United States, it emerged in the late 20th century as a stylish alternative spelling.
Popularity in the United States
10,249 babies in the United States have been named Myah since 1880. It ranks #1614 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1172.
States where it is most popular
- CA (9.5 %)
- TX (8.7 %)
- FL (6.8 %)
- OH (6.5 %)
- MI (5.8 %)
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 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 43 |
| 1980-1990 | 106 |
| 1990-2000 | 982 |
| 2000-2010 | 3,918 |
| 2010-2019 | 4,144 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,056 |
Famous people named Myah
- Myah Marie: Singer, Songwriter
Fun facts
- Myah developed as an alternative spelling of Mya and Maya to offer a distinct visual flair.
- The name gained noticeable popularity in the United States starting in the late 1990s.