Maya
Sanskrit, English, Hebrew, Estonian
“illusion or magic (Sanskrit); other meanings vary by tradition”
Mostly girls · Sanskrit
“one who is cleansing”
Say it klin-kah-rahPronunciation may vary by region.
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The story behind the name
Derived from Klinkaryai or Klinkari, the name could mean "one who is cleansing" or "she who embodies the seed mantra" (or essence of a deity). The name is said to symbolize transformative energy that purifies and leads to spiritual awakening.
A little perspective
| Year | Category | US rank | Births |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Girls | 14,121 | 6 |
Rankings are calculated separately for boys and girls. Records below the publication threshold may be missing; gaps are not zero births.
No nicknames are listed yet. The name can stand beautifully on its own.
We haven’t added verified variations for this spelling yet.
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