Divya
Divya: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Divya
- A female given name from Sanskrit.
- A male given name from Sanskrit.
Etymology
Borrowed from Sanskrit दिव्या (divyā́), feminine of दिव्य (divyá, “divine, charming, heavenly”).
How popular is Divya?
Since 1880, 2,669 girls and 16 boys in the U.S. have been named Divya (99% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #1621 in 2001. Its highest rank for boys was #11098 in 2013. In 2025, 23 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Names similar to Divya
Names that start with the same letters, most popular first.
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Sibling name ideas for Divya
Sister and brother names that share Divya's Sanskrit roots and are still in the U.S. top 1,000.
Divya FAQ
What does the name Divya mean?
A female given name from Sanskrit. A male given name from Sanskrit. Borrowed from Sanskrit दिव्या (divyā́), feminine of दिव्य (divyá, “divine, charming, heavenly”).
What is the origin of the name Divya?
Divya is listed as a name of Sanskrit origin.
How popular is the name Divya?
Since 1880, 2,669 girls and 16 boys in the U.S. have been named Divya (99% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #1621 in 2001. Its highest rank for boys was #11098 in 2013. In 2025, 23 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Divya a boy or girl name?
Divya is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 2,669 girls and 16 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.