Declining since 1987, #2,153 for girls today.
Popularity of Mayra since 1948
Babies named Mayra per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1940s | 12 |
| 1950s | 177 |
| 1960s | 892 |
| 1970s | 2,537 |
| 1980s | 11,085 |
| 1990s | 11,146 |
| 2000s | 4,703 |
| 2010s | 1,929 |
| 2020s | 736 |
Meaning & origin
Mayra entered U.S. records in 1948 and saw its peak in 1986, when it was most frequently chosen. Since 1987, its usage has been steadily falling, reaching a rank of 2,153 in 2025, with approximately 1 in 18,689 newborns receiving the name. The name saw particular popularity in Massachusetts, Texas, and California during its peak decades. As a Spanish variant of Mary, Mayra carries the rich but uncertain heritage of its root name, offering a distinctive alternative to more common forms like Maria or Mary.
Mayra is a Spanish variant of Mary, a name of debated origin. The name Mary is traditionally traced to the Hebrew Miryam, whose meaning is uncertain but may mean 'bitter,' 'beloved,' or 'rebellious.' In Spanish-speaking cultures, Mayra emerged as an alternate form of the name, gaining popularity in the 20th century.
Where Mayra is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state. Press play or drag the slider to watch it move across the decades. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Mayra” around the world
Where Mayra lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
95
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: May
Sibling names for Mayra
Names that share Mayra's style, for a brother or sister.
Names like Mayra
Names whose popularity has moved with Mayra's over the last 50 years.
