Maia
Maia is a girl name that ranked #459 in the US in 2024. SSA records show it has appeared in official baby name data since 1950. Its best recorded rank was #420 in 2022.
Latest rank
#459
Peak rank
#420
Reached in 2022
Total recorded usage
14,638
Available where official count data exists
First recorded year
1950
What To Know About Maia
Maia is a well-established girl name with English roots. Its current US ranking reflects steady parent interest, and it pairs easily with a wide range of middle names and surnames.
Maia is still an actively ranked US name in 2024. It is visible enough to feel recognizable, but not so common that it blends into every classroom list.
SSA data shows Maia appearing in official records as far back as 1950, which gives parents a concrete sense of how long the name has been in use.
Its strongest recorded US position was #420 in 2022, which helps frame whether today's ranking reflects a long plateau, a comeback, or a step down from an earlier peak.
Popularity Trend
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Page Notes
Pronunciation: MAIA
Origin: English
Editorial status: published
Confidence: medium
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Sources
- US Social Security Administration baby names · https://www.ssa.gov/oact/babynames/Popularity rankings, usage history, and trend data are derived from SSA datasets.
- Behind the Name · https://www.behindthename.com/Used to cross-reference origin and pronunciation guidance.