Maite Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationMY-tay / ˈmaɪteɪBasque; Spanish
Meaning
Basque: beloved; Spanish: a diminutive of María
Historical & Cultural Background
Maite is a name of Basque origin, commonly used in Spain. It is often associated with affection and love, reflecting its meaning of 'beloved.' The name has gained popularity in various Spanish-speaking countries. In Basque culture, names often carry significant emotional weight.
Trend Summary
Maite has seen a steady presence in the US, particularly among families with Basque or Spanish heritage.
Similar Names
Variants
- Maitea
International Variants
- Maite (Spanish)
- Maïté (French)
Famous people named Maite
Maite Perroni is a Mexican actress and singer known for her roles in telenovelas.
Maite Kelly is a German singer and songwriter, recognized for her contributions to pop music.
Fictional characters named Maite
Maite is a character in the Spanish television series 'Cuentame,' known for her strong personality.
Maite is featured in the novel 'La Casa de los Espíritus' by Isabel Allende, representing themes of love and resilience.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Maite was first seen in the United States in 1968. Maite has ranked as high as #1102 nationally, which occurred in 2011, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Florida, Illinois, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Maite has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Maite (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 51 | |
| CA | 42 | |
| MA | 22 | |
| FL | 19 | |
| NJ | 12 | |
| GA | 8 | |
| IL | 6 | |
| OK | 6 | |
| NC | 5 | |
| NY | 5 | |
| CO | 5 | |
| OH | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1968 | 12 |
| 1969 | 11 |
| 1970 | 15 |
| 1971 | 8 |
| 1972 | 9 |
| 1973 | 9 |
| 1974 | 10 |
| 1975 | 14 |
| 1976 | 18 |
| 1977 | 11 |
| 1978 | 11 |
| 1980 | 10 |
| 1981 | 8 |
| 1982 | 28 |
| 1983 | 14 |
| 1984 | 8 |
| 1985 | 8 |
| 1986 | 7 |
| 1987 | 5 |
| 1988 | 8 |
| 1989 | 13 |
| 1990 | 15 |
| 1991 | 26 |
| 1992 | 24 |
| 1993 | 20 |
| 1994 | 17 |
| 1995 | 13 |
| 1996 | 18 |
| 1997 | 73 |
| 1998 | 57 |
| 1999 | 77 |
| 2000 | 61 |
| 2001 | 37 |
| 2002 | 39 |
| 2003 | 22 |
| 2004 | 38 |
| 2005 | 55 |
| 2006 | 151 |
| 2007 | 164 |
| 2008 | 204 |
| 2009 | 205 |
| 2010 | 181 |
| 2011 | 244 |
| 2012 | 186 |
| 2013 | 224 |
| 2014 | 181 |
| 2015 | 180 |
| 2016 | 167 |
| 2017 | 154 |
| 2018 | 141 |
| 2019 | 153 |
| 2020 | 152 |
| 2021 | 136 |
| 2022 | 158 |
| 2023 | 222 |
| 2024 | 240 |