Chaya
Chaya: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Chaya
- A female given name from Hebrew.
Etymology
From Hebrew חַיָּה (ḥayyā, “living”).
How popular is Chaya?
Since 1880, 15,674 girls and 10 boys in the U.S. have been named Chaya (100% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #588 in 2025. Its highest rank for boys was #6435 in 1981. In 2025 it ranked #588 for girls, with 499 babies given the name.
Names similar to Chaya
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Sibling name ideas for Chaya
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Chaya FAQ
What does the name Chaya mean?
A female given name from Hebrew. From Hebrew חַיָּה (ḥayyā, “living”).
What is the origin of the name Chaya?
Chaya is listed as a name of Hebrew origin.
How popular is the name Chaya?
Since 1880, 15,674 girls and 10 boys in the U.S. have been named Chaya (100% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #588 in 2025. Its highest rank for boys was #6435 in 1981. In 2025 it ranked #588 for girls, with 499 babies given the name.
Is Chaya a boy or girl name?
Chaya is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 15,674 girls and 10 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.