Soraya
Soraya: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Soraya
- A female given name from Persian.
Etymology
Borrowed from Iranian Persian ثریا (sorayyâ), from Classical Persian ثریا (surayyā, “brilliant gem; Pleiades”), ultimately from Arabic ثُرَيَّا (ṯurayyā).
How popular is Soraya?
Since 1880, 6,811 girls in the U.S. have been named Soraya. Its highest rank for girls was #868 in 2025. In 2025 it ranked #868 for girls, with 313 babies given the name.
Names similar to Soraya
Names that start with the same letters, most popular first.
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Sibling name ideas for Soraya
Sister and brother names that share Soraya's Persian roots and are still in the U.S. top 1,000.
Soraya FAQ
What does the name Soraya mean?
A female given name from Persian. Borrowed from Iranian Persian ثریا (sorayyâ), from Classical Persian ثریا (surayyā, “brilliant gem; Pleiades”), ultimately from Arabic ثُرَيَّا (ṯurayyā).
What is the origin of the name Soraya?
Soraya is listed as a name of Persian origin.
How popular is the name Soraya?
Since 1880, 6,811 girls in the U.S. have been named Soraya. Its highest rank for girls was #868 in 2025. In 2025 it ranked #868 for girls, with 313 babies given the name.
Is Soraya a boy or girl name?
Soraya is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 6,811 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.