Maia

greeklatinGirl★★★★☆ Popular

Origin and Meaning

The name Maia is a girl's name of greek and latin origin meaning “mother”.

Maia is a name with a warm and nurturing ambiance, coming from Greek and Latin origins where it means 'mother'. In Greek mythology, Maia was the eldest of the Pleiades and the mother of Hermes. This lends the name a mythological depth and a connection to nature. Over recent years, Maia has gained popularity due to its simplicity and the soft elegance in its pronunciation. It's an appealing alternative to the more common Maya or Mia, offering a slightly different spelling and historical richness.

At a Glance

Origingreek, latin
GenderGirl
Meaningmother
Popularity★★★★☆ (7/10)
Syllables2
Starts withM
Stylesmythological, popular, nature

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