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Mya name meaning
Last Name
186
in the U.S.
in 2010
186
in the U.S.
in 2010
Girls
Boys
Meaning and Origin
What does the name Mya mean? Keep reading to find the user submitted meanings, dictionary definitions, and more.
Origin and Meaning of Mya
User Submitted Origins
English
50%
American
20%
Greek
19%
Punjabi
3%
Indian (Sanskrit)
3%
Egyptian
3%
Hawaiian
3%
User Submitted Meanings
- According to a user from Virginia, U.S., the name Mya means "Rebellious woman or brave warrior".
- A submission from Indiana, U.S. says the name Mya means "Rebellious woman".
- According to a user from Virginia, U.S., the name Mya is of English origin and means "Water, calm as water, serene, lake".
- A user from the United Kingdom says the name Mya is of Punjabi origin and means "Wealth".
- A submission from the United Kingdom says the name Mya means "Treasure or wealth" and is of Punjabi origin.
- A user from the United Kingdom says the name Mya means "The beloved child".
- According to a user from Missouri, U.S., the name Mya means "Calm, Nice".
- A submission from Canada says the name Mya means "Beloved" and is of English origin.
- A submission from New York, U.S. says the name Mya means "Mine".
- A user from the United Kingdom says the name Mya means "Money in punjabi".
International Interest
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Webster's Unabridged Dictionary
noun ‖My"a
A genus of bivalve mollusks, including the common long, or soft-shelled, clam.
Etymology: L. mya a kind of mussel
Other Dictionary Sources
- Type genus of the family Myacidae
Wiktionary
A modern phonetic spelling of Maia or Maya.
- A female given name from Latin
Mya was also found in the following language(s): Translingual
Notable Persons Named Mya
Notable Persons Named Mya
Mýa
Mýa is a contemporary r&b, hip hop music, pop music, soul music, and dance music musician. She was most prominent from 1997 to present. Mýa was given the name Mýa Marie Harrison on October 10th, 1979 in Washington, D.C., U.S.
Mya Taylor
Mya Taylor is an actress. They have had major accomplishments since 2015. Mya was born on March 28th, 1991 in Houston.
Mya Diamond
Mya was born on April 11th, 1981 in Marcali.
Mya Byrne
Mya Byrne is a folk music and americana (music) singing, songwriter, and poet. They plays Guitar, Mandolin, and Lap steel guitar. Their ongoing career started in 2003. Mya was born on March 1st, 1978.
Mya Thwin
She holds the title Mother Sayamagyi. Mya was born on March 12th, 1925 in Mawlamyine.
Mya Aye
Mya Aye is an activist. Mya was born on March 10th, 1966 in Burma. Mya is also known as Thuya.
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Notable Persons With the Last Name Mya
Notable Persons With the Last Name Mya
Mýa
Mýa is a contemporary r&b, hip hop music, pop music, soul music, and dance music musician. She was most prominent from 1997 to present. Mýa was given the name Mýa Marie Harrison on October 10th, 1979 in Washington, D.C., U.S.
Khin Myo Chit
Khin Myo Chit was a writer. Khin was given the name Khin Mya on May 1st, 1915 in Sagaing. She left this life on January 2nd, 1999.
Thakin Mya
Thakin Mya was a Minister of Home Affairs. Thakin was born on October 7th, 1897 in Htonbo, Pyay District, British Burma. He passed away on July 19th, 1947.
Nyo Mya
Nyo Mya was a poet. Nyo was given the name Thein Tin on April 10th, 1914 in Thawdawpan village, Chaung-U Township, Sagaing Division, British Burma. He passed away in 1985.
Jay Mya
Jay Mya is a rhythm, blues, dance music, and pop music singing, songwriter, and rapping. He plays Vocals. Jay was given the name Jonathan Yerrell on October 18th, 1985 in Rotherham. Jay is also known as Jay Mya.
Thakin Tin Mya
Thakin was born on September 9th, 1924 in Danubyu Township. He breathed his last breath in 2015.
Ethnicity Distribution
| Ethnicity | Mya | U.S. | |
|---|---|---|---|
| █ | White | 9.14% | 64.26% |
| █ | African American | 7.53% | 11.96% |
| █ | Asian, Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander | 61.83% | 4.85% |
| █ | American Indian and Alaska Native | 2.69% | 0.69% |
| █ | Two or More Ethnicities | 3.23% | 1.76% |
| █ | Hispanic or Latino | 15.59% | 16.26% |
Of Last Name Mya
People with the last name Mya are most frequently Asian, Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander or Hispanic or Latino
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Fun Facts about the name Mya
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