Maya is a girl name of Sanskrit origin meaning “Illusion”. It's a popular choice, ranking in the top 14% of baby names. With 2 syllables, it's short and easy to say.
MY-ah
Phonetic spelling
This name ranks in the top 14% of popular names.
* Popularity data based on national birth records and trends
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