Arya
AR-yuh,AR-ee-uh
US Popularity:326
Origin:Sanskrit
Other Origin(s):Greek
Meaning:Noble; Illustrious; Spiritual; Song; Air, mist, wind
Arya is a gender-neutral name of Sanskrit origin that translates to "noble," "illustrious," and "spiritual." This alluring title is popular as both a boy and girl name in Iran, Indonesia, India, and other Sanskrit-speaking communities. It's also interpreted as a variation on the name Aria, which means "song," "air," "mist," and "wind" in Italian, from the Greek root āḗr. Arya has skyrocketed in popularity due to the influence of Arya Stark, the heroine in George R. R. Martin's epic fantasy series, A Song of Ice and Fire, and its television adaptation, Game of Thrones. If you're looking for an elemental name that will inspire baby to be brave, independent, and noble, Arya is the perfect option for you.
Common Nicknames for Arya
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How Popular Is The Name Arya?
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Arya is currently #204 on The Bump
Boy:Arya is currently #115 on The Bump Boy Names
Girl:Arya is currently #149 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Arya is currently #326 in U.S. births
Boy:Arya is currently #2407 in U.S. births
Girl:Arya is currently #139 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2023
Gender:
Girl
#139
in 2023
- 18
from 2022
Sources
Name Doctor, Arya
Name Doctor, Arya
WordSense Dictionary, aria (Italian)
Britannica, Game of Thrones, November 2023
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