Mayra
MAH-ee-rah
Popularity
#1581
Letters
5
Syllables
2
Origin
Irish
Total Births
33,475
Peak Year
#1,548 in 1987
First Recorded
1948
Style
Modern & Trendy
Spelling
Easy to spell
What It Means
Origin debated, possibly a variant of Maya (illusion) or a modern coinage. Some link it to the Irish name Maura (star of the sea).
Numerology
The Peacemaker
Diplomatic, sensitive, and cooperative. These names bring a harmonious, gentle quality.
Famous Namesakes
Mayra Aguiar
Brazilian judoka
Mayra Cardi
Brazilian businesswoman and influencer
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