Maiya vs Mia

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Maiya

Girl #2,306 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"illusion, magic, divine power"

Origin: Sanskrit

Cultural Roots

Indian Greek English Scandinavian Italian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,306
Total SSA Count
80
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Mai, My

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Maiya Rank #2,306
Mia Rank #5

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 vs #2306 for Maiya.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Maiya ___

  • Maiya Rose
  • Maiya Grace
  • Maiya Jade
  • Maiya Elise
  • Maiya Simone
  • Maiya Claire

Mia ___

  • Mia Rose
  • Mia Grace
  • Mia Jane
  • Mia Claire
  • Mia Elizabeth
  • Mia Louise

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Maiya

Aria Luna Zara Priya Layla

If you choose Mia

Liam Noah Sophia Olivia Ava

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Maiya or Mia more popular?

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Maiya at #2306 in the United States.

What do Maiya and Mia mean?

Maiya means "illusion, magic, divine power" (Sanskrit origin). Mia means "mine, beloved" (Scandinavian origin).

Are Maiya and Mia boy or girl names?

Maiya is primarily a girl name. Mia is primarily a girl name.

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