Holding steady, #5,208 for boys today.
Popularity of Maui since 1997
Babies named Maui per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1990s | 0 | 5 |
| 2000s | 18 | 46 |
| 2010s | 68 | 115 |
| 2020s | 36 | 101 |
Meaning & origin
Maui is a modern given name drawn from Polynesian mythology and the Hawaiian island. First recorded in U.S. birth data in 1997, the name saw its peak popularity in 2017, likely influenced by the 2016 Disney film 'Moana,' which featured the demigod Maui as a central character. As of 2025, the name ranks 5208, with approximately 1 in 94893 newborns receiving it, indicating it remains a relatively rare but recognizable choice. The name has been most popular in Florida, suggesting a connection to areas with Hawaiian or Pacific cultural influence. Maui is used for both boys and girls, though it has been more common for boys.
Maui is a name from Polynesian mythology, borne by a trickster demigod known for pulling islands from the sea with his magic fishhook. The name is also the traditional Hawaiian name for the island of Maui. As a given name, Maui has been used in Hawaii and elsewhere since the late 20th century, inspired by the mythological figure and the island's popularity as a tourist destination.
Where Maui is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Maui” around the world
Where Maui lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
5
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Sibling names for Maui
Names that share Maui's style, for a brother or sister.
