Girl
Mya
great, mother
About Mya
Short, sweet, and utterly modern. Mya delivers maximum impact with minimal syllables. This name has surged in popularity over recent decades, resonating with parents seeking something contemporary yet timeless. The streamlined spelling gives it a fresh, current feel while maintaining phonetic simplicity. Mya works beautifully across cultures and languages, rarely causing pronunciation confusion. Its brevity makes it memorable and easy for young children to learn to spell and write. The name projects confidence and friendliness, suggesting someone approachable and genuine. Despite its simplicity, Mya doesn't feel incomplete or nickname-like—it stands proudly on its own. It pairs well with longer middle names and surnames, creating balanced combinations. The name suits active, spirited personalities and adapts seamlessly from playground to boardroom.
Popularity of the Name Mya
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | #994 | ||||
| 1998 | #238 | #646 | #670 | ||
| 1999 | #166 | #408 | #260 | ||
| 2000 | #175 | #392 | #263 | #631 | #249 |
| 2001 | #149 | #123 | #140 | #296 | #122 |
| 2002 | #145 | #139 | #70 | #196 | #96 |
| 2003 | #116 | #143 | #141 | #274 | #69 |
| 2004 | #116 | #107 | #69 | #212 | #66 |
| 2005 | #98 | #159 | #53 | #170 | #57 |
| 2006 | #102 | #120 | #61 | #116 | #48 |
| 2007 | #102 | #103 | #90 | #130 | #43 |
| 2008 | #103 | #97 | #65 | #147 | #42 |
| 2009 | #97 | #94 | #104 | #135 | #27 |
| 2010 | #101 | #93 | #176 | #133 | #31 |
| 2011 | #105 | #97 | #161 | #130 | #32 |
| 2012 | #124 | #94 | #106 | #117 | #35 |
| 2013 | #116 | #106 | #109 | #115 | #45 |
| 2014 | #138 | #124 | #161 | #135 | #50 |
| 2015 | #146 | #107 | #122 | #120 | #68 |
| 2016 | #167 | #127 | #219 | #118 | #69 |
| 2017 | #172 | #132 | #204 | #162 | #85 |
| 2018 | #194 | #125 | #207 | #175 | #86 |
| 2019 | #220 | #133 | #246 | #151 | #91 |
| 2020 | #243 | #160 | #411 | #144 | #96 |
| 2021 | #271 | #173 | #299 | #228 | #109 |
| 2022 | #302 | #158 | #311 | #182 | #129 |
| 2023 | #341 | #199 | #271 | #199 | #200 |
| 2024 | #366 | #187 | #131 | #196 | |
| 2025 | #444 | #226 | #259 | #259 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Mya
Names Similar to Mya
Nicknames for Mya
- My
- Mymy
- Emmy
- Myah
Famous People Named Mya
| Mya Lecia Naylor | English actress and singer |
| Mya Lynn Lesnar | American volleyball player and model |
| Mya Harrison | American R&B singer and songwriter |
| Mya Baker | Canadian artistic gymnast and Pan American Games gold medalist |
| Mya K | South Korean singer and member of the girl group Cosmic Girls |
Characters Named Mya
| Mya Stark | "The Wicked + The Divine" comic book series |
| Mya Go | "Go, Diego, Go!" animated series character |
| Mya Hernandez | "Good Trouble" TV show |
| Mya Morgenstern | "The Rookie" TV show |