Marla vs Mayah

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Mayah

Girl #2,261 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"water"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

American Hebrew Spanish Latin American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,261
Total SSA Count
83
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
May, Maye

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Marla Rank #2,326
Mayah Rank #2,261

Mayah is more popular, ranked #2261 vs #2326 for Marla.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Marla ___

  • Marla Jean
  • Marla Ann
  • Marla Kay
  • Marla Lynn
  • Marla Rose
  • Marla Grace

Mayah ___

  • Mayah Rose
  • Mayah Grace
  • Mayah Jade
  • Mayah Simone
  • Mayah Lynn
  • Mayah Elizabeth

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Marla

Darla Carla Sharla Harlan Garland

If you choose Mayah

Zara Aria Layla Amara Cleo

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Marla or Mayah more popular?

Mayah is more popular, ranked #2261 compared to Marla at #2326 in the United States.

What do Marla and Mayah mean?

Marla means "woman of Magdala, beloved" (Hebrew origin). Mayah means "water" (Hebrew origin).

Are Marla and Mayah boy or girl names?

Marla is primarily a girl name. Mayah is primarily a girl name.

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