Maia is a moderately popular girls' name in England & Wales, ranking #184 in 2022 with 280 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2018 with 309 births ranking #176. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 833.3%. In 2022, approximately 1 in every 941 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.