Maayan is of Hebrew origin, meaning 'spring' or 'source'. It's a unisex name but more commonly used for females. In Israel, it gained popularity during the 1970s and has since remained one of the top 200 names for girls. The name Maayan is also found in other countries like Canada and Australia, often among families with Jewish heritage.
"The name Maayan experienced a significant increase in popularity from the late 1980s to around 2007, with over 20 births recorded annually between 2000 and 2007. However, popularity has since fluctuated, with a notable dip in recent years."