Priya
Priya: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Priya
- A female given name from India. A common Hindu female name which means beloved. It is usually used in conjunction with another name, mostly those of gods to imply "beloved of ________".
Etymology
From Sanskrit प्रिया (priyā). Doublet of Frigg (and variants).
How popular is Priya?
Since 1880, 6,562 girls in the U.S. have been named Priya. Its highest rank for girls was #1107 in 2001. In 2025, 99 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Names similar to Priya
Names that start with the same letters, most popular first.
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Sibling name ideas for Priya
Sister and brother names that share Priya's India roots and are still in the U.S. top 1,000.
Priya FAQ
What does the name Priya mean?
A female given name from India. A common Hindu female name which means beloved. It is usually used in conjunction with another name, mostly those of gods to imply "beloved of ________". From Sanskrit प्रिया (priyā). Doublet of Frigg (and variants).
What is the origin of the name Priya?
Priya is listed as a name of India origin.
How popular is the name Priya?
Since 1880, 6,562 girls in the U.S. have been named Priya. Its highest rank for girls was #1107 in 2001. In 2025, 99 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Priya a boy or girl name?
Priya is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 6,562 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.