Diya
Diya is a girls' name of Hindi origin meaning “lamp, light, radiance.” It ranked #790 in the United States in 2025. Diya is a Hindi name meaning 'lamp' or 'light,' derived from the Sanskrit 'deepa.
how do you pronounce Diya?
DEE-yah
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what does Diya mean?
The name Diya means “lamp, light, radiance.” It comes from the Hindi language tradition.
Diya is a Hindi name meaning 'lamp' or 'light,' derived from the Sanskrit 'deepa.' The diya (oil lamp) is central to Hindu worship, particularly during Diwali, the festival of lights, where millions of diyas are lit to symbolize the triumph of light over darkness.
how popular is this name?
| Year | Rank |
|---|---|
| 2024 | #790 |
| 2023 | #810 |
Source: SSA National Baby Names Dataset
who are famous people named Diya?
- Diya Mirza (Indian actress and producer)
- Diya Kumari (Indian royal and politician)
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Last reviewed April 30, 2026 · Curated by HushName editorial
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