Maia Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Maia is listed in our database as a girl name of Greek origin. Its recorded meaning is “Mother of Hermes”.

Maia Name at a Glance

Name Maia
Meaning Mother of Hermes.
Origin Greek
Gender Girl

What Does the Name Maia Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Maia means “Mother of Hermes”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Maia Name Origin

Our database records Maia under Greek origin. Browse more Greek baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Maia a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Maia is listed as a girl name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Maia

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