Water; close to God; illusion
Mayah is a cross-cultural name with several distinct roots. In Hebrew, it is often considered a variant of Maya, meaning 'water', or a diminutive of Ma'ayan. In Sanskrit, it relates to the concept of 'illusion' or 'magic', while in some Arabic contexts, it is associated with grace or water.
About 61 girls were named Mayah in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
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