Maiya

Maiya is a name that can function as a feminine given name in several cultures and may also appear as a surname or a rare place name. In onomastic sources, Maiya is often treated as a variant spelling of related names such as Maya, Maia, or Maija, though the exact origin and meaning can vary by language. Because it occurs across different linguistic areas, Maiya has multiple independent origins rather than a single universal etymology.

As a given name, Maiya is used in diverse contexts. In each culture, it may carry different connotations and associations, and some instances of Maiya may be transliterations of local names with different roots. The name is generally feminine, but gender usage can differ by country.

In public life, Maiya is borne by individuals in arts, sports, and academia, as well as by fictional characters in literature and media. The relative rarity of the spelling means there are not widely known figures who define the name globally.

Variants and related names include Maia, Maija, Maya, and Mayya. The name Maiya may be seen in historical records, modern naming practices, and contemporary media, often reflecting cross-cultural exchanges in naming.