The nameMaïra
Maïra is a girl's name, rising in France.
- Girl's name
- Used notably in Brazil and Central Asia
Meaning
Its origin is debated. It is close to Maya and Myra.
Origin
Used notably in Brazil and Central Asia.
History
First given in France in the early 1980s, Maïra has grown since the 2000s and is at its highest level today.
Popularity of the name Maïra
Maïra in France
Maïra was most popular in France in the 2010s, with 485 births over the decade, 42% of all recorded babies named Maïra. Its rise began around 1998, and it peaked in 2025. Half of all babies named Maïra in France were born before 2017, so it is mostly a name of today's children and teenagers. Over the last five years on record, it has been rising: 73 births a year on average, against 57 in the five years before.
Maïra in our baby name lists
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Maïra mean?
Its origin is debated. It is close to Maya and Myra.
What is the origin of the name Maïra?
Used notably in Brazil and Central Asia.
Is Maïra a girl's or a boy's name?
Maïra is a girl's name.