Diya
Diya is a girls' name of Hindi origin meaning “lamp, light, radiance.” Diya is a Hindi name meaning 'lamp' or 'light,' derived from the Sanskrit 'deepa.'
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how do you pronounce Diya?
DEE-yah
where does the name Diya come from?
From the Sanskrit diyam, light or lamp. The name is associated with Saraswati, the Hindu goddess of knowledge, and symbolises enlightenment, knowledge and wisdom.
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?
Diya has appeared in the US top 1,000 in 6 years since 2004, and fell outside it for 2. It peaked at #873 in 2004, and ranked #905 in 2011.
See the milestone years
| Year | Rank |
|---|---|
| 2011 | #905 |
| 2010 | #925 |
| 2009 | #887 |
| 2007 | #991 |
| 2005 | #958 |
| 2004 | #873 |
Source: SSA National Baby Names Dataset (through 2025). Years absent from the table are years Diya fell outside the top 1,000.
who are famous people named Diya?
- Diya Kumari (Indian royal and politician)
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quick answers about Diya
What does the name Diya mean?
Diya means “lamp, light, radiance”.
What is the origin of the name Diya?
Diya comes from the Hindi naming tradition.
How popular is the name Diya?
Diya ranked #905 in the US in 2011, according to Social Security data.
Is Diya a boy or girl name?
Diya is primarily a girls' name.
How do you pronounce Diya?
Diya is pronounced DEE-yah, with 2 syllables.
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