Enya
Enya: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈɛnjə/
Meaning and origin of Enya
- A female given name from Irish; the phoneticised form of the Irish Eithne.
How popular is Enya?
Since 1880, 1,274 girls in the U.S. have been named Enya. Its highest rank for girls was #2164 in 2002. In 2025, 36 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Enya FAQ
What does the name Enya mean?
A female given name from Irish; the phoneticised form of the Irish Eithne.
What is the origin of the name Enya?
Enya is listed as a name of Irish origin.
How popular is the name Enya?
Since 1880, 1,274 girls in the U.S. have been named Enya. Its highest rank for girls was #2164 in 2002. In 2025, 36 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Enya a boy or girl name?
Enya is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 1,274 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.