Maia vs Raya

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Raya

Girl #363 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"friend, companion"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Hebrew Arabic Slavic English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#363
Total SSA Count
859
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Ray

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Maia Rank #459
Raya Rank #363

Raya is more popular, ranked #363 vs #459 for Maia.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Maia ___

  • Maia Rose
  • Maia Grace
  • Maia Elise
  • Maia Claire
  • Maia Renee
  • Maia Pearl

Raya ___

  • Raya Luna
  • Raya Marie
  • Raya Grace
  • Raya Jade
  • Raya Skye
  • Raya Belle

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Maia

Luna Aurora Cleo Orion Atlas

If you choose Raya

Zara Kai Mila Leo Aria

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Maia or Raya more popular?

Raya is more popular, ranked #363 compared to Maia at #459 in the United States.

What do Maia and Raya mean?

Maia means "mother, great one" (Greek origin). Raya means "friend, companion" (Hebrew origin).

Are Maia and Raya boy or girl names?

Maia is primarily a girl name. Raya is primarily a girl name.

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