NAME PROFILE

Maiah

Derived from the Greek word 'margaritēs' meaning 'pearl'. This name suggests a person who is precious, resilient, and possesses a luminous inner strength that shines through in any environment.

Key Stats

Total births1,086
GenderFemale (0% / 100%)
Peak year2016
Peak generationGen A
First recorded1998
Most recent2025
Syllables1
Origin
Comeback nameNo

Popularity Trend (1910–2025)

19102025

Top States

CA — 54%FL — 16%TX — 16%NY — 8%IL — 5%

Notable People

Megan Fox (Actress, Transformers) · Megan Thee Stallion (Rapper, Good News) · Meagan Good (Actress, Think Like a Man) · Megan Rapinoe (Professional Soccer Player, US Women's National Team) · Megan Mullally (Actress, Will & Grace)

Nicknames & Diminutives

MaeMegMaggie

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