Rising since 2011, #7,885 for girls today.
Popularity of Mahia since 2011
Babies named Mahia per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 2010s | 56 |
| 2020s | 62 |
Meaning & origin
Mahia is a very rare given name in the United States, first recorded in 2011 and showing a modest upward trajectory since then. Its peak year in terms of rank was 2024, though it remains uncommon, with about 1 in 123,636 female births (2025 data) receiving the name. The name's origins are ambiguous, with possible roots in Arabic or Maori, and it has not been associated with any top-ranking states or famous bearers. Mahia offers a distinctive, melodic option for parents seeking a name with cross-cultural appeal.
Mahia has multiple possible origins. In Arabic, 'Mahia' may be a variant of 'Mahya', meaning 'life' or 'essence', or related to 'Mahdi' (guided one). In Maori, Mahia is the name of a peninsula in New Zealand's North Island. It is also found as a given name in various cultures, though its exact etymology remains debated. Its modern use in the United States began around 2011, with a small but steady increase in popularity.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Mia, Maya, Hia
Sibling names for Mahia
Names that share Mahia's style, for a brother or sister.
