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Myiah

Girl name · 4 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Myiah: 4 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 4 births in 2012.

Myiah is a modern spelling variant of Maya, which in turn is often considered a derivative of Mary, ultimately from the Hebrew Miryam, meaning either “beloved” or “bitter,” depending on interpretation. The name has also been linked to the Greek goddess Maia, who represented nurturing growth, giving Myiah a layered, cross-cultural appeal. While there are no widely known famous bearers of this particular spelling, the related forms Maya and Mia have been carried by figures such as poet Maya Angelou and actress Mia Farrow. Myiah does not have any direct place-name connections, but its phonetic charm has made it an increasingly popular choice in Scottish baby name records since the early 2000s. As a distinctive yet familiar-sounding alternative to Mia or Maya, Myiah offers parents a fresh take on a classic root while maintaining a soft, melodic rhythm.