Myah
Girl name · 178 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Myah: 178 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 17 births in 2016.
Myah is a modern spelling variant of Maya, a name with multiple origins. Most commonly, it stems from the Hebrew name Mayim, meaning "water," or from the Greek Maia, the mother of Hermes in mythology, whose name means "mother" or "nurse." It also appears in Sanskrit as Maya, meaning "illusion" or "magic." Famous bearers include American actress Myah Platow, known for her role in *The Princess Diaries*, and Myah Moore, a Scottish singer-songwriter. The name shares its root with the Maya civilisation, though the connection is indirect. Myah has become increasingly popular in Scotland since the 1990s, often chosen for its soft, melodic sound and modern feel, sitting alongside similar names like Mia and Maya.
Girl 22 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 201617 babies
- Latest (2025)
- #4746 babies
- Total births
- 178since 2001
- 5-year trend
- ▼ 47%vs prior 5y