Maya vs Mia

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Maya

Girl #51 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"water"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Indian Hebrew Latin American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#51
Total SSA Count
4,220
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
May

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Maya Rank #51
Mia Rank #5

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 vs #51 for Maya.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Maya ___

  • Maya Rose
  • Maya Grace
  • Maya Elizabeth
  • Maya Anne
  • Maya Lynn
  • Maya 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 Maya

Aria Sofia Luca Noah Zara

If you choose Mia

Liam Noah Sophia Olivia Ava

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Maya or Mia more popular?

Mia is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Maya at #51 in the United States.

What do Maya and Mia mean?

Maya means "water" (Hebrew origin). Mia means "mine, beloved" (Scandinavian origin).

Are Maya and Mia boy or girl names?

Maya is primarily a girl name. Mia is primarily a girl name.

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