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Mayra

Girl name · 3 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Mayra: 3 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 3 births in 2023.

Mayra is a name with layered origins, most commonly seen as a variant of Myra—a literary invention by 16th-century poet Fulke Greville, possibly derived from the Greek word for myrrh or as an anagram of Mary. It also appears in Spanish and Portuguese traditions as a form of Maya or Maia, linking it to the goddess of spring. Notable bearers include Cape Verdean singer Mayra Andrade, whose music blends African and Portuguese influences, and Brazilian judoka Mayra Aguiar, an Olympic medallist. The name shares its sound with the ancient Lycian city of Myra, known for its rock-cut tombs and connection to Saint