Priya
Priya first appears in US records in 1969. It peaked in 2014, when 211 girls were given the name; in 2025 there were 99.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Priya popular?
Declining Priya is given less often than it was a decade ago, well below its 2014 peak.
| 2020s | 700 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 1,650 | |
| 2000s | 1,745 | |
| 1990s | 1,342 | |
| 1980s | 809 | |
| 1970s | 308 | |
| 1960s | 8 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Priya mean?
Priya means “beloved” or “dear” in Sanskrit.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Priya mean?
Priya means Beloved, dear. Priya means “beloved” or “dear” in Sanskrit.
What is the origin of the name Priya?
Priya is of Sanskrit origin.
How do you pronounce Priya?
Priya is pronounced “PREE-yah.”
Is Priya a boy or a girl name?
Priya is most commonly used as a girl name.
Is Priya a popular name right now?
Priya is given less often than it was a decade ago, well below its 2014 peak.
How popular is the name Priya?
In 2025, Priya ranked #1956 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Priya most popular?
Priya was most popular in 2014, when about 211 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What names are similar to Priya?
Names similar to Priya include Ananya, Sia, Aditi, Ira, Meera.
What names go well with Priya?
Sanskrit names that pair well with Priya include Tara, Arjun, Anika, Aarav, Vihaan.