Maya
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Gender
Girl
Origin
Indian
Meaning
Maya has several different meanings. In Sanskrit it means 'dream', 'illusion', 'compassion', 'wisdom', 'wealth' and 'prosperity'.
It is also believed to mean 'gracious' in Avestan (an ancient Persian language), and said to be the Russian form of the name Mary.
Pronounced: Mai ah
It is also believed to mean 'gracious' in Avestan (an ancient Persian language), and said to be the Russian form of the name Mary.
Pronounced: Mai ah
Facts
Maya Angelou was a civil rights activist, author, screenwriter and poet, famous for her memoir "I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings". In ancient Rome, Maya was the incarnation of the earth mother and goddess of spring, after whom the month of May was named. Actors Ethan Hawke and Uma Thurman named their daughter Maya in 1998.
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Maaya, Mayaa
Numerology
4
Logical and organised, 4s appreciate rules and routine, and are good at paying attention to detail. A career as a scientist or manager would suit them well!
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