Rising since 2011, #3,211 for girls today.
Popularity of Mayari since 2009
Babies named Mayari per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 13 |
| 2010s | 68 |
| 2020s | 195 |
Meaning & origin
Mayari is a relatively new entry in U.S. naming records, first recorded in 2009. It has grown steadily in use, ranking #3211 as of 2025 with a birth rate of approximately 1 in 32801. The name reached its peak popularity in 2025 and has been on a rising trajectory since 2011. It is most popular in California, reflecting the state's large Filipino-American community. Mayari draws from pre-colonial Tagalog mythology, offering a culturally rich and unique choice for parents seeking names with indigenous roots.
Mayari is the name of the lunar deity in pre-colonial Tagalog mythology, sister of the sun god Apolaki and daughter of Bathala, the supreme god. The name was revived in the 21st century as part of a broader resurgence of indigenous Filipino names.
Where Mayari is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Mayari” around the world
Where Mayari lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
5
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Maya, Yari
Sibling names for Mayari
Names that share Mayari's style, for a brother or sister.
