Cat name
Maya
- Origin
- Spanish
- Gender
- female
- Syllables
- 1
Meaning
Water
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A cross-cultural name with Spanish, Hebrew, and Sanskrit roots.
Themes
Questions
- What does Maya mean?
- Maya means Water. It's a name of Spanish origin.
- Where does the name Maya come from?
- Maya comes from Spanish. It's associated with these themes: Spanish.
- Is Maya a boy or girl cat name?
- Maya is traditionally a female name, but cat names don't have to follow human conventions — many people use it for cats of any sex.
- Is Maya a good name for a cat?
- Maya is a thoughtful pick. At 1 syllable, it's easy to call across a room. It carries the character of Spanish. It means "Water." The best cat names are short, distinctive, and meaningful to you.