Aya
Aya: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Aya
- A female given name from Japanese.
Etymology
Borrowed from Japanese あや (Aya).
How popular is Aya?
Since 1880, 7,987 girls in the U.S. have been named Aya. Its highest rank for girls was #630 in 2024. In 2025 it ranked #644 for girls, with 449 babies given the name.
Names similar to Aya
Names that start with the same letters, most popular first.
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Sibling name ideas for Aya
Sister and brother names that share Aya's Japanese roots and are still in the U.S. top 1,000.
Aya FAQ
What does the name Aya mean?
A female given name from Japanese. Borrowed from Japanese あや (Aya).
What is the origin of the name Aya?
Aya is listed as a name of Japanese origin.
How popular is the name Aya?
Since 1880, 7,987 girls in the U.S. have been named Aya. Its highest rank for girls was #630 in 2024. In 2025 it ranked #644 for girls, with 449 babies given the name.
Is Aya a boy or girl name?
Aya is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 7,987 girls and 0 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.