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Maian

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Maian is a girl’s name of Greek origin, meaning “Likely a variant of Maia, a Greek name associated with the nymph who was mother to Hermes. It can also have Celtic connections meaning 'great'.”, and peaked in popularity in 2019.

Letters5
Syllables2
OriginGreek

What Maian Means

Likely a variant of Maia, a Greek name associated with the nymph who was mother to Hermes. It can also have Celtic connections meaning 'great'.

The Story of Maian

This name holds the gentle echo of ancient myths, a whispered promise of wisdom for your daughter.

Maian likely springs from the Greek name Maia, a nymph and mother of Hermes, associated with growth and spring. It can also draw from Celtic roots, where 'Maia' signifies 'great.' It is a name of subtle, layered origins.

When you call your daughter Maian, you invoke a sense of gentle wisdom. It is the calm intelligence you sense in her, a serene understanding that will guide her through life's journey.

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Numerology

4

The Builder

Stable, disciplined, and hardworking. Names at 4 convey groundedness and reliability.

Personality Traits

GracefulWiseGentleMysterious

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Peak Year

#5 in 2019

Total Births

5

First Recorded

2019

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