Girl Name · Hebrew Origin
Mayra
Mayra — a girl name from the Hebrew tradition — is an uncommon, standout choice. Its meaning, "Myrrh", anchors the name in something deeper than sound alone. If Maira is on your shortlist, Mayra belongs in the same conversation.
Mayra meaning, origin, and usage
Meaning: Myrrh
Origin: Hebrew naming roots help connect Mayra to related Hebrew baby names.
Pronunciation: Baby Name Studio pronounces Mayra as M·A·Y·R·A, with 5 letters and a girl usage profile.
Popularity: According to Baby Name Studio's 2026 tracker, Mayra is an uncommon, standout choice in the Rare tier.
Mayra variants, nicknames, middle names, and sibling names
- Variants and spelling ideas: Mayraa, Mayrae, Mayray, Mayr.
- Nicknames: May and M.
- Middle names: Pair Mayra with a middle name that balances its substantial sound; start with the Mayra middle name generator.
- Sibling names: Maira, Mara, Maura, Moira, Marie — full picks on the sibling names for Mayra guide for a cohesive sibset.
- Similar names: Looking for names that sound like Mayra? Browse our names like Mayra guide for phonetic-neighbor picks.
- Explore more: use the Baby Name Explorer, name search, AI name generator, and Baby Name Studio homepage.
Frequently asked about Mayra
What does the name Mayra mean?
Mayra means "Myrrh" and is of Hebrew origin.
What is the origin of Mayra?
Mayra originates in Hebrew naming tradition.
How do you pronounce Mayra?
Mayra has 5 letters and is most commonly stressed on the first syllable.
Is Mayra a boy's or girl's name?
Mayra is primarily used as a girl's name in US records.
How popular is Mayra in 2026?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Mayra sits in the Rare tier — an uncommon, standout choice.
What names are similar to Mayra?
Names that share Mayra's sound and style include Maira, Mara, Maura, Moira, Marie.
What middle names pair well with Mayra?
Good middle-name fits for Mayra pair an opposite syllable rhythm: if Mayra is short, lean longer (e.g. classical or three-syllable middles); if Mayra is longer, a one-syllable middle keeps the full name from feeling heavy.
What are good sibling names for Mayra?
Sibling names that pair naturally with Mayra share its rhythm without rhyming — Maira, Mara, Maura all sit comfortably alongside it on a shortlist.