UK girl's name
Maytal
A feminine name of Hebrew origin meaning "child of dew".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2013. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Maytal is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Maytal popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2013 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5742, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2008, with 4 births.
This profile covers 7 England and Wales registrations across 2 recorded years from 2008 to 2013. 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.
The latest count is about 75% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 7 living people in the UK are called Maytal. 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 2014 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Maytal ranked #5742 for girls in England and Wales in 2013, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2008, when 4 girls were registered as Maytal.
- • About 7 living people in the UK are estimated to have Maytal as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#5742
2013
Births in 2013
3
Latest year
Peak year
2008
4 births
Estimated living
7
2026
Meaning
What does Maytal mean?
The name Maytal is believed to have originated from the Hebrew language. It is a combination of two Hebrew words: "mai" meaning "water" and "tal" meaning "dew." Together, the name Maytal can be interpreted as "dew of water" or "fresh water dew."
The earliest known use of the name Maytal dates back to ancient times in the region of modern-day Israel and the surrounding areas. It is speculated that the name may have been inspired by the importance of water in the arid climate of the Middle East, where dew provided a crucial source of moisture for plants and crops.
While there are no direct references to the name Maytal in ancient texts or religious scriptures, it is believed to have been used as a given name among the Jewish communities of the region. The name's connection to the natural world and the symbolism of water and dew may have held significance in various cultural and religious contexts.
One of the earliest recorded individuals with the name Maytal was Maytal Ben-Ari, an Israeli philosopher and writer who lived from 1935 to 2005. She was known for her work on existentialism and her contributions to the field of Jewish philosophy.
Another notable figure bearing the name Maytal is Maytal Gilboa, an Israeli singer and songwriter born in 1976. She has released several successful albums and has gained popularity both in Israel and internationally.
In the realm of sports, Maytal Rochel Rochel is an Israeli tennis player born in 1995. She has represented Israel in several international tournaments and has achieved notable rankings in both singles and doubles competitions.
Maytal Kadosh, born in 1977, is an Israeli artist known for her work in sculpture and installation art. Her pieces often explore themes of identity, memory, and the human experience.
Maytal Giloa, born in 1987, is an Israeli actress who has appeared in various television shows and films, showcasing her talent in both comedic and dramatic roles.
It is worth noting that while these are some examples of individuals with the name Maytal throughout history, the name's popularity and usage may have varied across different time periods and cultural contexts.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Maytal over time
The chart below shows babies named Maytal registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2008 to 2013. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Maytal, the clearest high point is 2008. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2013, compared with 4 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Maytal by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Maytal 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 | #5742 | 3 | 1 |
| 2000s | #4524 | 4 | 1 |
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- Madison 18,441
- Maria 17,304
- Mollie 15,914
- Martha 15,116
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FAQ
Maytal: questions and answers
How popular is the name Maytal in the UK right now?
In 2013, Maytal was ranked #5742 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Maytal most popular?
The peak year on record was 2008, with 4 babies registered as Maytal in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Maytal?
A feminine name of Hebrew origin meaning "child of dew".
How many people are called Maytal in the UK?
A total of 7 babies have been registered as Maytal across the 2 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.