Jaya
Jaya: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Jaya
- A female given name from Sanskrit.
Etymology
Borrowed from Sanskrit जय (jaya, literally “victory”).
How popular is Jaya?
Since 1880, 3,907 girls and 28 boys in the U.S. have been named Jaya (99% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #1300 in 2003. Its highest rank for boys was #5256 in 1971. In 2025, 84 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Names similar to Jaya
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Sibling name ideas for Jaya
Sister and brother names that share Jaya's Sanskrit roots and are still in the U.S. top 1,000.
Jaya FAQ
What does the name Jaya mean?
A female given name from Sanskrit. Borrowed from Sanskrit जय (jaya, literally “victory”).
What is the origin of the name Jaya?
Jaya is listed as a name of Sanskrit origin.
How popular is the name Jaya?
Since 1880, 3,907 girls and 28 boys in the U.S. have been named Jaya (99% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #1300 in 2003. Its highest rank for boys was #5256 in 1971. In 2025, 84 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Jaya a boy or girl name?
Jaya is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 3,907 girls and 28 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.