Maia is a distinctive girls' name in England & Wales, ranking #753 in 1996 with 30 recorded births. This places Maia in the top 15% of ranked UK girls' names for the year. Its actual usage is classified as Uncommon. The name reached its all-time peak in 2018 with 309 births ranking #176. In 1996, approximately 1 in every 9,867 girls born was named Maia. STABLE Recent data shows the name is currently stable.
Maia is a radiant mythological name with a soft, modern sound. It is most often linked to the Greek Maia, though the exact interpretation of the ancient root is not always given in the same way.
The name has gained modern appeal through its brevity, vowel-rich sound, and links to springlike freshness. It also benefits from recognition in several cultures, which keeps it feeling flexible and international.