Mayan Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationMAY-an / /ˈmeɪ.ən/Hebrew; Sanskrit; English
Meaning
gift of God (Hebrew); illusion (Sanskrit); the month of May (English)
Historical & Cultural Background
In Hebrew, Mayan is often associated with the meaning 'gift of God' and is used in various cultures as a name reflecting divine favor. In Sanskrit, it denotes 'illusion' or 'magic,' linking it to spiritual and philosophical concepts in Indian culture. In English, Mayan can refer to the month of May, symbolizing spring and renewal, and is sometimes used as a feminine name inspired by the Maya civilization.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Maya
- Mayanne
International Variants
- Maya (Spanish)
- Maia (Greek)
- Mayan (Mayan languages)
Famous people named Mayan
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Mayan was first seen in the United States in 1990. Mayan has ranked as high as #1361 nationally, which occurred in 2022, and has been most popular in California, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Mayan has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Mayan (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 8 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1990 | 7 |
| 1993 | 11 |
| 1994 | 11 |
| 1995 | 7 |
| 1996 | 13 |
| 1997 | 7 |
| 1998 | 11 |
| 1999 | 5 |
| 2000 | 8 |
| 2001 | 8 |
| 2002 | 7 |
| 2003 | 9 |
| 2004 | 8 |
| 2005 | 7 |
| 2006 | 8 |
| 2007 | 7 |
| 2008 | 7 |
| 2009 | 10 |
| 2010 | 7 |
| 2011 | 7 |
| 2012 | 12 |
| 2013 | 9 |
| 2014 | 8 |
| 2015 | 8 |
| 2016 | 6 |
| 2017 | 7 |
| 2019 | 12 |
| 2020 | 11 |
| 2021 | 16 |
| 2022 | 32 |
| 2023 | 32 |
| 2024 | 26 |