Maya as a Female Name
Maya is most commonly a girl's name.
Parents choosing Maya for a girl get a name with a clear Sanskrit heritage and a well-established girl's usage. The name Maya means “"Illusion"; also "water" (Hebrew) and a Greek goddess name” and is of Sanskrit origin. Closely related female forms and variants include Maia, Mya, Maja, Mayah.
For the full etymology, history and popularity of Maya across all genders, see the complete Maya name meaning.
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Is Maya a girl's name?+
Maya is most commonly a girl's name. It means “"Illusion"; also "water" (Hebrew) and a Greek goddess name” and is of Sanskrit origin.
What does Maya mean?+
Maya means “"Illusion"; also "water" (Hebrew) and a Greek goddess name” and originates from Sanskrit.