Meya
Girl name · 3 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Meya: 3 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 3 births in 2011.
A modern variant of Maya, Meya draws from multiple ancient roots, most commonly the Greek Maia, meaning “mother” or “nurse,” and the Hebrew mayim, meaning “water.” In Scottish contexts, it also echoes the Gaelic Màiri with a similar soft sound. Unlike some popular variants, Meya has no widely known historical bearers, but it shares its elegant simplicity with names like Maya and Mia, which have risen steadily in Scotland since the 1990s. It offers a fresh, airy feel while remaining easy to spell and pronounce—a gentle choice for parents seeking something understated yet melodic. No major places are directly named after it, but its watery Hebrew meaning subtly connects to Scotland’s many lochs and rivers.
Girl 1 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 20113 babies
- Latest (2011)
- #8103 babies
- Total births
- 3since 2011
- 5-year trend
- ≈ stablevs prior 5y