DIYA
The meaning of the unisex name Diya is LAMP.
Details on DIYA:
- Gender:
- Unisex
- Meaning(s):
- Lamp
- Popularity for Girl:
- 3,168th in the USA (top 10%)
- Popularity for Boy:
- 34,237th in the USA (bottom 50%)
- Origin(s)
- Themes / lists:
Latest USA SSA birth information:
121 births
DIYA as a GIRL in 2024
5 births
DIYA as a BOY in 2009
The meaning(s) of DIYA:
The name Diya is an Arabic baby name. In Arabic the meaning of the name Diya is: Shining.
USA SSA birth(s) for DIYA:
Here is the latest 16 years from USA social security list of total babies born with the name DIYA
DIYA as a girl
| Year | Girl Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 121 births |
| 2023 | 121 births |
| 2022 | 135 births |
| 2021 | 143 births |
| 2020 | 149 births |
| 2019 | 162 births |
| 2018 | 191 births |
| 2017 | 227 births |
| 2016 | 243 births |
| 2015 | 257 births |
| 2014 | 209 births |
| 2013 | 208 births |
| 2012 | 248 births |
| 2011 | 288 births |
| 2010 | 280 births |
| 2009 | 309 births |
DIYA as a boy
| Year | Boy Births |
|---|---|
| 2009 | 5 births |
| 2008 | 7 births |
About the name DIYA
Diya, a name of Indian origin, carries the gentle meaning of "light" or "lamp," symbolizing hope, warmth, and guidance. As a beacon that illuminates the darkness, the name evokes the essence of celebration, particularly during the festival of Diwali, where flickering oil lamps adorn homes, signifying the triumph of light over darkness and knowledge over ignorance. Predominantly cherished in South Asian cultures, especially in India and Nepal, Diya transcends borders, finding resonance in various communities across the globe. In the Middle East, it is also embraced in its variations, where it reflects similar themes of brightness and life. This name, with its soft, melodic sound, serves as a beautiful reminder of the light each child brings into the world, making it a perfect choice for parents seeking a name that embodies both elegance and depth.
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