Mayra, of Spanish and Arabic origin, signifies 'rebellious' or 'one who refuses.' It is composed of the elements 'ma', meaning 'water,' and '-ira', denoting 'rebellion' or 'refusal.' Popularized by authors such as Gabriel García Márquez in his novel 'Love in the Time of Cholera,' Mayra has become a captivating choice for parents seeking distinctive yet meaningful names.
"Mayra's popularity as a baby girl name peaked in the mid-80s with an all-time high of 41 births in 1986, then steadily declined to a low of 9 births each in 1995 and 1996."