April vs Mya

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Mya

Girl #366 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"beloved, wished-for child"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English American Italian Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#366
Total SSA Count
853
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
My, Mi

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

April Rank #502
Mya Rank #366

Mya is more popular, ranked #366 vs #502 for April.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

April ___

  • April Rose
  • April Lynn
  • April Marie
  • April Dawn
  • April Joy
  • April Grace

Mya ___

  • Mya Grace
  • Mya Rose
  • Mya Jade
  • Mya Belle
  • Mya Renee
  • Mya Nicole

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose April

June May Jade Brooke Ryan

If you choose Mya

Zara Kai Aria Leo Nora

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is April or Mya more popular?

Mya is more popular, ranked #366 compared to April at #502 in the United States.

What do April and Mya mean?

April means "to open (spring)" (Latin origin). Mya means "beloved, wished-for child" (Hebrew origin).

Are April and Mya boy or girl names?

April is primarily a girl name. Mya is primarily a girl name.

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