Priya: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
Means beloved, a name that speaks of deep and lasting love.
- Origin
- Sanskrit
- Syllables
- 2
- Current rank
- #1660
- Peak
- #1106 in 2001
Trend: Steady, holding a similar rank across the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Priya Means
Priya is a girl name of Sanskrit origin. Means beloved, a name that speaks of deep and lasting love.
How Popular Priya Is
Priya currently ranks #1660 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #1106 in 2001. It has held steady.
Good to Know About Priya
- Priya is a name with roots in ancient Sanskrit.
- It has a romantic, lyrical quality.
Names Like Priya
Other Sanskrit names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Priya
Sanskrit names that pair well as a brother or sister to Priya.
Questions About Priya
What does Priya mean?
Priya is a girl name of Sanskrit origin. Means beloved, a name that speaks of deep and lasting love.
How popular is Priya?
Priya currently ranks #1660 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #1106 in 2001. It has held steady.
Where does Priya come from?
Priya comes from Sanskrit roots. Priya is a name with roots in ancient Sanskrit.
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