Maurya
Maurya is a girl baby name. Ranked #65,721 in the US, popular nicknames include Mau, May, and Mauie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Maurya first appeared in US Social Security records in 1952.
Over 125 babies have been named Maurya in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Maurya is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #65,721 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #65,721
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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Maurya is also used as a boy name, ranked #26366.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Maurya
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About the Name Maurya
Maurya is a girl name .
Is Maurya a boy or girl name? Maurya is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #65,721 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #26,366. Maurya is more commonly used as a boy name.
Maurya is currently ranked #65,721 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Maurya include Mau, May, Mauie, and Maurie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Maurya include Maura, Maureen . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis