Priya
p-ri-ya
US Popularity:3137
Origin:Sanskrit
Meaning:Beloved
Priya is a girl’s name of Sanskrit origin that means “beloved.” In Hindu mythology, this name is closely related to Daksha, an agent of creation. A very welcome creation in your home, this little girl will undoubtedly be a beloved addition to your family. The feminine title is typically given to girls born in August on account of traditional naming based on baby’s birthday and horoscope, but can also be used year-round, reminding Priya of the love that she carries throughout life.
Priya Name Popularity Data
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Priya is currently #639 on The Bump
Girl:Priya is currently #269 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Priya is currently #3137 in U.S. births
Girl:Priya is currently #1152 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2022
#3137
in 2022
- 26
from 2021
Sources
WordSense, Priya
DDSA: A practical Hindi-English dictionary, Priya (प्रिय)
100,000+ Baby Names by Bruce Lansky, pg. 253
Behind the Name, Priya, May 2020
Wisdom Library, The Brahma Purana (abridged) Daksha’s Offspring, February 2018
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