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Amayah

Girl name · 32 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Amayah: 32 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 7 births in 2021.

A relative newcomer to the Scottish charts, Amayah is a modern, melodic elaboration of the Hebrew name Maya, which itself stems from "ma'ayan," meaning "spring" or "brook." It shares its gentle, flowing sound with the Latin "maius," evoking the month of May and ideas of springtime renewal and growth. While there are no ancient historical figures under this exact spelling, it follows the popular trend of adding the "-yah" suffix, which in Hebrew is a reference to God. The name feels fresh and contemporary, appealing to parents who want a name that sounds both biblical and unique. The similar Maya—without the "ah" ending—appears in the place name Maybole in South Ayrshire, though no direct link to the name exists. Amayah remains a rare but growing choice in Scotland, celebrated for its lyrical, modern femininity.