Mya
girl name#443 in 2025Mya entered the US charts in 1954, peaked at #97 in 2009, ranks #443 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1954–2025
#443
rank today
#97
peak (2009)
697
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1950s | #5928 |
| 1960s | #4083 |
| 1970s | #2488 |
| 1980s | #2034 |
| 1990s | #1149 |
| 2000s | #120 |
| 2010s | #148 |
| 2020s | #328 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Mya has been most popular in California, Texas, Florida.
Living bearers
About 62,000 people named Mya are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Mya alive today was born around 2009, making them about 16 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Mya in 2025?
- Mya ranks #443 among US girl names in 2025, with 697 babies given the name.
- When was the name Mya most popular?
- Mya peaked in 2009, reaching #97 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Mya with classmates?
- Mya will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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