UK girl's name
Mayas
A feminine name of Arabic origin meaning "like walking water".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2014. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Mayas is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Mayas popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2014 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5691, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2014, with 3 births.
This profile covers 3 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 2014 to 2014. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
Mayas is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 3 living people in the UK are called Mayas. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2015 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Mayas ranked #5691 for girls in England and Wales in 2014, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2014, when 3 girls were registered as Mayas.
- • About 3 living people in the UK are estimated to have Mayas as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#5691
2014
Births in 2014
3
Latest year
Peak year
2014
3 births
Estimated living
3
2026
Meaning
What does Mayas mean?
The name Mayas finds its origins in the ancient Sanskrit language, which was the classical language of the Indian subcontinent. The name is believed to have emerged around the 4th century BCE, during the Vedic period of ancient India. It is derived from the Sanskrit word "maya," which means "illusion" or "magic."
In Hindu mythology, Maya is a powerful spiritual concept that represents the illusory nature of the physical world. It is associated with the cosmic creative force that shapes and sustains the universe. The name Mayas may have been given to individuals who were believed to possess spiritual or mystical qualities.
One of the earliest recorded mentions of the name Mayas can be found in the ancient Hindu text, the Mahabharata, which is an epic narrative dating back to around the 8th century BCE. In this text, there is a character named Mayas who is a skilled architect and engineer.
Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals who bore the name Mayas. One of the most famous was Mayas, a renowned sculptor and architect who lived in the 5th century BCE during the reign of the Mauryan Empire in ancient India. He is credited with designing and constructing the renowned Stupa at Sanchi, a stunning architectural marvel and one of the oldest stone structures in India.
Another significant figure was Mayas, a celebrated mathematician and astronomer who lived in the 6th century CE. He made significant contributions to the field of astronomy and is known for his work on the calculation of planetary positions and the development of mathematical techniques.
In the 10th century CE, there was a Persian poet named Mayas who was renowned for his lyrical compositions and his mastery of the ghazal form of poetry. His works were widely celebrated and influenced many subsequent poets in the region.
During the 12th century, there was a notable Buddhist scholar and teacher named Mayas who played a crucial role in the spread of Buddhism in Southeast Asia. He traveled extensively and is credited with establishing several monasteries and teaching centers throughout the region.
In more recent times, there was a prominent Indian freedom fighter and political activist named Mayas Naidu who lived from 1879 to 1949. She was a prominent figure in the Indian independence movement and worked closely with Mahatma Gandhi. She was also a gifted poet and a champion of women's rights.
These are just a few examples of notable individuals who bore the name Mayas throughout history, each leaving their mark in various fields and contributing to the rich tapestry of human civilization.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Decades
Mayas by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Mayas was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | #5691 | 3 | 1 |
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- Mia 67,204
- Molly 47,734
- Millie 44,390
- Maisie 32,671
- Matilda 29,965
- Maya 26,445
- Madison 18,441
- Maria 17,304
- Mollie 15,914
- Martha 15,116
- Maddison 14,918
FAQ
Mayas: questions and answers
How popular is the name Mayas in the UK right now?
In 2014, Mayas was ranked #5691 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Mayas most popular?
The peak year on record was 2014, with 3 babies registered as Mayas in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Mayas?
A feminine name of Arabic origin meaning "like walking water".
How many people are called Mayas in the UK?
A total of 3 babies have been registered as Mayas across the 1 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.