Mayim
MAH-yim
Mayim is a girl’s name of Hebrew origin, meaning “From Hebrew, Mayim means 'waters.' It is a biblical name, referring to the waters of creation.”, and peaked in popularity in 2016.
What Mayim Means
“From Hebrew, Mayim means 'waters.' It is a biblical name, referring to the waters of creation.”
The Story of Mayim
Before there was earth or sky, there was water, and your daughter's name echoes that primordial power.
Mayim is a Hebrew name directly meaning 'waters.' It traces its roots to the ancient texts describing the very beginning of creation, the waters that existed before anything else. This name carries the profound weight of the genesis story.
You feel a deep well of intuition within yourself, a sense of profound connection to life. Mayim is a name for your daughter, reflecting the calm, nurturing spirit you already sense within her, a spirit as deep and life-giving as the sea.
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Numerology
The Builder
Stable, disciplined, and hardworking. Names at 4 convey groundedness and reliability.
Famous Namesakes
Mayim Bialik
American actress and neuroscientist.
Personality Traits
Spelling Variations
Peak Year
#10 in 2016
Total Births
48
First Recorded
1993
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