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Moia

OriginSanskrit, English, Hebrew, Estonian
Meaning"illusion, magic; mother; water; beloved, bitter, drop of the sea"

About Moia

Moia is a rare feminine name with several possible origins. It may be a variation of Moya, which has Gaelic roots meaning "good" or "goddess," or could be connected to the Irish name Moira, meaning "great" or "bitter." Another possibility is that it derives from a Slavic word meaning "mine" or "my own." Alternatively, it could be a unique spelling of Maya. Moia is exceptionally uncommon, rarely appearing in naming statistics. The name has a gentle, flowing quality with just two syllables and a melodious sound. Its brevity and vowel-rich pronunciation make it both distinctive and accessible, while its rarity ensures that those named Moia stand out in any setting.

Pronounced MOY-uh.

AI-written. Reviewed by Sophie Kihm

Sources: US popularity data is from the Social Security Administration. Meanings and origins are from Nameberry's name references.

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