Maui vs Paria

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Maui

Boy #5,566 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"demigod of Polynesian mythology"

Origin: Hawaiian/Polynesian

Cultural Roots

Hawaiian Polynesian Maori Pacific Islander Modern American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,566
Total SSA Count
17
Syllables
3
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Maui Rank #5,566
Paria Rank #27,210

Maui is more popular, ranked #5566 vs #27210 for Paria.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Maui ___

  • Maui James
  • Maui Kai
  • Maui River
  • Maui Liam
  • Maui Alexander
  • Maui Blue

Paria ___

No pairings available yet.

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Maui

Kai Leilani Koa Hana Nalu

If you choose Paria

No sibling data available yet.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Maui or Paria more popular?

Maui is more popular, ranked #5566 compared to Paria at #27210 in the United States.

What do Maui and Paria mean?

Maui means "demigod of Polynesian mythology" (Hawaiian/Polynesian origin).

Are Maui and Paria boy or girl names?

Maui is primarily a boy name. Paria is primarily a girl name.

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