Mya is a popular girls' name in United States, ranking #98 in 2005 with 3,208 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2009 with 3,415 births ranking #97. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 2,010.5%. In 2005, approximately 1 in every 576 girls born was named Mya. FALLING Recent data shows the name is currently falling.
Mya is a compact modern spelling that usually sits alongside Maya or Mia. Its meaning therefore depends on which parent-name route a family intends.
The spelling gained popularity as parents refreshed familiar short names with a slightly different visual identity. It keeps an easy, feminine sound while looking a bit more contemporary.