Girl
Maia
mother, great
About Maia
Elegant and mythological, Maia brings ancient wisdom into modern contexts seamlessly. This name possesses a quiet strength, never shouting for attention yet impossible to ignore. The four letters create a perfect balance of simplicity and substance, making Maia both practical and beautiful. There's something inherently sophisticated about Maia—it feels worldly and cultured without being pretentious. The name works internationally, crossing linguistic boundaries with ease while maintaining its distinctive character. Maia suggests intelligence, grace, and a calm confidence that serves well in any situation. It's short enough to feel contemporary but has enough history to feel timeless. Girls named Maia often embody these qualities, growing into thoughtful, accomplished individuals who navigate life with poise and purpose. For parents seeking understated elegance with depth, Maia is exceptional.
Popularity of the Name Maia
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | #823 | #184 | #668 | ||
| 1997 | #667 | #473 | #142 | #720 | |
| 1998 | #539 | #361 | #163 | #411 | |
| 1999 | #587 | #253 | #80 | #593 | #386 |
| 2000 | #550 | #218 | #90 | #398 | #383 |
| 2001 | #604 | #175 | #66 | #476 | #348 |
| 2002 | #535 | #236 | #68 | #581 | #312 |
| 2003 | #565 | #204 | #40 | #477 | #334 |
| 2004 | #559 | #233 | #29 | #332 | #237 |
| 2005 | #523 | #252 | #14 | #239 | #307 |
| 2006 | #508 | #215 | #18 | #233 | #273 |
| 2007 | #611 | #210 | #25 | #341 | #280 |
| 2008 | #635 | #185 | #18 | #288 | #306 |
| 2009 | #588 | #200 | #29 | #243 | #247 |
| 2010 | #620 | #204 | #33 | #233 | #299 |
| 2011 | #680 | #217 | #32 | #236 | #321 |
| 2012 | #720 | #211 | #28 | #204 | #299 |
| 2013 | #642 | #233 | #28 | #218 | #398 |
| 2014 | #628 | #242 | #48 | #130 | #465 |
| 2015 | #553 | #224 | #32 | #118 | #344 |
| 2016 | #570 | #234 | #34 | #174 | #361 |
| 2017 | #489 | #216 | #47 | #161 | #430 |
| 2018 | #502 | #178 | #36 | #139 | #323 |
| 2019 | #525 | #212 | #35 | #199 | #318 |
| 2020 | #498 | #193 | #38 | #153 | #370 |
| 2021 | #435 | #214 | #25 | #224 | #317 |
| 2022 | #420 | #187 | #29 | #142 | #234 |
| 2023 | #459 | #195 | #24 | #187 | #252 |
| 2024 | #460 | #191 | #28 | #130 | #299 |
| 2025 | #433 | #200 | #18 | #226 | #268 |
| 1992 | #383 | ||||
| 1993 | #321 | ||||
| 1994 | #329 | ||||
| 1995 | #272 | #710 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Maia
Names Similar to Maia
Nicknames for Maia
- Mai
- Maya
- Aya
Famous People Named Maia
| Maia Shibutani | American Olympic ice dancer |
| Maia Sandu | Former President of Moldova |
| Maia Morgenstern | Romanian actress |
| Maia Hirasawa | Swedish-Japanese singer-songwriter |
| Maia Chiburdanidze | Georgian chess grandmaster |
| Maia Brewton | American actress |
| Maia Dunphy | Irish television producer and presenter |
| Maia Lee | Singaporean actress and singer |
| Maia Estianty | Indonesian singer and songwriter |
| Maia Davis | American pornographic actress |
| Maia Mitchell | English cricketer |
| Maia Rosalía Padovani | Argentine actress |
| Maia Sharp | American singer-songwriter |
| Maia Ivanova | Bulgarian film director |
| Maia James | American author and blogger |
| Maia Ermakova | Russian model |
Characters Named Maia
| Maia Skouris | Character from the TV show "The 4400" |
| Maia Roberts | Character from the "Shadowhunters" book series |
| Maia Rutledge | Character from the TV show "Friday Night Lights" |