Maya
boy nameMaya entered the US charts in 1975, peaked at #4527 in 1989, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1975–2025
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rank today
#4527
peak (1989)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #5464 |
| 1980s | #4527 |
| 1990s | #7322 |
| 2000s | #9304 |
| 2010s | #9522 |
| 2020s | #10605 |
Living bearers
About 200 people named Maya are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Maya alive today was born around 2005, making them about 20 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Maya in 2025?
- Maya is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Maya most popular?
- Maya peaked in 1989, reaching #4527 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Maya with classmates?
- Maya will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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