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מייה


Meaning of the name מייה

Miya is a delicate and unique feminine name that combines diverse cultural influences and rich layers of meaning. In Hebrew, the name Miya derives from the word 'maya' meaning 'water' or 'spring,' symbolizing flow, life, and renewal. Water in Jewish culture represents spiritual purity, blessing, and abundance, appearing in sacred texts as a symbol of Torah and wisdom. The name carries the freshness and vitality of living waters, expressing a deep connection to nature and the sources of life. In Aramaic and Talmudic tradition, Miya is connected to the word 'maya' meaning water, appearing in numerous Talmudic texts as an expression of life and blessing. The name embodies both softness and strength - like water that can be gentle and flowing yet also powerful and mighty. In Jewish culture, water also symbolizes Torah, as stated 'Ho, everyone who thirsts, come to the waters,' and thus the name Miya carries connotations of wisdom and learning. Beyond its Hebrew meaning, Miya is a name with wide international distribution. In Japanese, 'miya' (宮) means palace or temple, giving the name a quality of holiness and royalty. In Italian and Spanish, 'mia' means 'mine,' an expression of belonging and love. In ancient Greek culture, Maia was the goddess of spring and fertility, mother of Hermes. The name has spread worldwide and become one of the most popular names in many countries, while maintaining its sweet and universal sound. The unique combination of Hebrew roots with international resonance makes Miya a perfect choice for parents seeking a name that bridges tradition and modernity, roots and global openness.

The name מייה with vowels

מַיָּה

The name מייה in English

Miya | Mia | Maya | Maiah

מייה is mainly suitable for

Girl

Is the name מייה considered international

Yes

Origin of the name מייה from the Bible

Isaiah 55:1 - Ho, everyone who thirsts, come to the waters

Origin of the name מייה from Kabbalah

In Kabbalah, water symbolizes the Sefirah of Chesed and the divine abundance flowing into the world. The name Miya carries the energy of spiritual flow and soul renewal, expressing connection to the transcendent dimension of life.

Gematria value for the name מייה

65

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40

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10

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10

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5

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Numerology value for the name מייה

2

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40

מ

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10

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10

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5

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65

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6

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5

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11

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1

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1

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2

Famous people named מייה

Miya Kadosh - Israeli actress | Mia Farrow - American actress | Mia Hamm - American soccer player | Mia Wasikowska - Australian actress

Names similar to מייה

Total times the name מייה was registered

620 times

Graph of the name מייה

* Source: Central Bureau of Statistics. As of April 2022