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Jaya

Jaya is a girls' name of Hindi origin meaning “victory, triumph.” Jaya means victory and is one of the most auspicious names in Hindu tradition, associated with triumph over obstacles…

how do you pronounce Jaya?

JAH-yah

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what does Jaya mean?

The name Jaya means “victory, triumph.” It comes from the Hindi language tradition.

Jaya means victory and is one of the most auspicious names in Hindu tradition, associated with triumph over obstacles and adversity. It is an epithet of the goddess Durga in her victorious aspect and appears in the sacred invocation 'Jai' used across India to express triumph and celebration.

who are famous people named Jaya?

  • Jaya Bachchan (veteran Indian actress and politician)
  • Jaya Prada (Indian actress and former member of parliament)

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Last reviewed April 30, 2026 · Curated by HushName editorial

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