Maya, derived from Sanskrit, translates to 'illusion' or 'magic'. It gained popularity globally due to its usage by authors like Gabriel García Márquez and Mayan civilization references. The name Maya is often associated with creativity, mystery, and wonder.
"Maya saw peaks in popularity with 13 births in 2003 and again in 2009 with 12 births. However, it has mostly hovered around the 5-9 range annually since 1975, with notable drops to 5 births in recent years like 2016 and 2020."