Miyah
Girl name · 30 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Miyah: 30 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 7 births in 2011.
Miyah is a modern, melodic name often considered a variant of Maya or Mia, with multiple possible roots. In Hebrew, Maya means “water” and is also linked to the name Miriam; in Japanese, Miyah can be interpreted as “beautiful night” or “temple,” while in Scandinavian tradition Mia is a short form of Maria, meaning “beloved.” Though no prominent historical figures bear the exact spelling Miyah, the name gained modern visibility through Miyah, a character in the video game *The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild*. There are no well-known place connections, but the related name Maya is shared with the ancient Maya civilisation and several towns worldwide. As a stylish alternative to Mia or Maya, Miyah offers a touch of individuality while staying familiar—its rising popularity in English-speaking countries reflects a broader trend toward soft, vowel-heavy names.
Girl 6 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 20117 babies
- Latest (2017)
- #6664 babies
- Total births
- 30since 2010
- 5-year trend
- ▲ 80%vs prior 5y