The baby name Meyah is a Female name , 2 syllables long and is pronounced MAY-uh (IPA: /ˈmeɪə/).
The baby name Meyah is a Female name , 2 syllables long and is pronounced MAY-uh (IPA: /ˈmeɪə/).
Meyah is in Origin.
Meyah is a modern, phonetic spelling of the cross-cultural name Maya/Mya, typically pronounced MAY-uh (sometimes MY-uh). Its layered origins span Sanskrit Māyā (“illusion, creative power”), Greek/Latin Maia (the springtime goddess, associated with growth and “good mother”), and modern Hebrew usage linked to mayim “water” and Ma’ayan “spring.” Because it draws on several traditions, Meyah carries meanings ranging from mystique and creativity to nurture and vitality.
As a spelling, Meyah emerged in English-speaking countries in the late 20th and early 21st centuries, riding the popularity of Maya, Mya, and Mia. It remains uncommon but easily recognized. Related forms include Maya, Maia, Mya, Miya, Mayah, and Meiya; diminutives such as May/Mae are also used. The name’s adaptable sound and multicultural roots make Meyah feel both contemporary and timeless, suitable for families seeking a familiar name with rich, global resonance.
Based on birth registration data from national statistics agencies.
| Country | Gender | Year | Rank | Born | of |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sweden | Girls | 2019 | #172 | 2 | 1,585 |
| Canada | Girls | 2011 | #304 | 5 | 2,850 |
| QA | Girls | 0 | #343 | 1 | 15,378 |
| MY | 0 | #354 | 1 | 12,352 | |
| ZA | 0 | #473 | 2 | 14,421 | |
| CM | Girls | 0 | #558 | 3 | 11,671 |
| NG | Girls | 0 | #826 | 1 | 15,093 |
| United States | Girls | 2023 | #907 | 8 | 8,600 |
| SA | Girls | 0 | #1,011 | 4 | 25,931 |
| MY | Girls | 0 | #1,069 | 4 | 24,821 |
| AE | Boys | 0 | #1,143 | 1 | 22,615 |
| DZ | 0 | #1,233 | 2 | 20,130 | |
| ZA | Girls | 0 | #1,235 | 2 | 25,928 |
| ZA | Boys | 0 | #1,269 | 4 | 25,619 |
| SA | Boys | 0 | #1,689 | 3 | 28,008 |
Meyah is popular in 11 countries — most recent births per country:
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