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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Beloved, the loved one
- Origin
- Basque
- Gender
- Girl
- Pronunciation
- my-TAY-uh
Maitea is a Basque name meaning "beloved, the loved one" — a name that carries its affection right in its meaning. It's pronounced my-TAY-uh (IPA /maɪˈteɪə/), with a soft, rolling sound that travels well. If you're drawn to names with roots outside the usual American naming pool, Maitea is worth a closer look for your daughter.
Meaning & Origin of Maitea
Meaning: Beloved, the loved one.
Origin: Basque.
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Maitea
my-TAY-uhIPA /maɪˈteɪə/
Popularity of Maitea
Maitea does not appear in U.S. Social Security birth-name records (38,443 names on file, 1880–present) — likely too rare, too new, or recorded under a different spelling. No popularity rank or trend is shown rather than an invented one.
Names Like Maitea
These names share Maitea’s style, era or origin.
FAQ
What does the name Maitea mean?
Beloved, the loved one. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Maitea?
Maitea is pronounced my-TAY-uh (IPA: /maɪˈteɪə/).
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