Darya
Darya first appears in US records in 1961. It peaked in 2007, when 50 girls were given the name; in 2025 there were 43.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Darya popular?
Steady Darya has held fairly steady over the past decade, after peaking in 2007.
| 2020s | 253 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 387 | |
| 2000s | 358 | |
| 1990s | 198 | |
| 1980s | 52 | |
| 1970s | 81 | |
| 1960s | 31 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Darya mean?
From Persian daryā meaning 'sea' or 'large body of water'. Distinct from Daria (feminine of Darius), though the two are often confused.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Darya mean?
Darya means The sea. From Persian daryā meaning 'sea' or 'large body of water'. Distinct from Daria (feminine of Darius), though the two are often confused.
What is the origin of the name Darya?
Darya is of persian origin.
How do you pronounce Darya?
Darya is pronounced “DAHR-yah.”
Is Darya a boy or a girl name?
Darya is most commonly used as a girl name.
Is Darya a popular name right now?
Darya has held fairly steady over the past decade, after peaking in 2007.
How popular is the name Darya?
In 2025, Darya ranked #3534 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Darya most popular?
Darya was most popular in 2007, when about 50 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What names are similar to Darya?
Names similar to Darya include Mahsa, Parisa, Bahar, Setareh, Shirin.
What names go well with Darya?
persian names that pair well with Darya include Jasmine, Esther, Jasper, Darius, Cyrus.