Riya
Riya is a girls' name of Hindi origin meaning “singer, graceful, gem.” It ranked #925 in the United States in 2025. Riya is a Sanskrit-origin name meaning 'singer' or 'graceful.
how do you pronounce Riya?
REE-yah
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what does Riya mean?
The name Riya means “singer, graceful, gem.” It comes from the Hindi language tradition.
Riya is a Sanskrit-origin name meaning 'singer' or 'graceful.' It is also associated with the word for 'gem' in some interpretations. Simple, melodic, and easy to pronounce across languages, it has become popular among Indian families both in South Asia and the diaspora.
how popular is this name?
| Year | Rank |
|---|---|
| 2024 | #925 |
| 2023 | #910 |
Source: SSA National Baby Names Dataset
who are famous people named Riya?
- Riya Sen (Indian actress)
- Riya Chakraverty (Indian journalist)
what names are similar to Riya?
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