Mayla vs Naia

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Mayla

Girl #1,766 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"graceful, beloved"

Origin: Modern American blend

Cultural Roots

American Middle Eastern influenced

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,766
Total SSA Count
114
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
May, Mae

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Mayla Rank #1,766
Naia Rank #1,860

Mayla is more popular, ranked #1766 vs #1860 for Naia.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Mayla ___

  • Mayla Rose
  • Mayla Grace
  • Mayla Belle
  • Mayla Jade
  • Mayla Lynn
  • Mayla Anne

Naia ___

  • Naia Rose
  • Naia Belle
  • Naia Luna
  • Naia Jade
  • Naia Skye
  • Naia Celeste

Sibling Name Ideas

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If you choose Mayla

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If you choose Naia

Kai Maia Zephyr Orion Luna

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mayla or Naia more popular?

Mayla is more popular, ranked #1766 compared to Naia at #1860 in the United States.

What do Mayla and Naia mean?

Mayla means "graceful, beloved" (Modern American blend origin). Naia means "wave, sea foam" (Basque origin).

Are Mayla and Naia boy or girl names?

Mayla is primarily a girl name. Naia is primarily a girl name.

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