girl name · Sanskrit origin
Diya
/ DEE-yah /
Meaning
Diya means Lamp, light (Sanskrit).
Gender
Girl
Origin
Sanskrit
Pronunciation
DEE-yah
Popularity
#1714 · U.S. girls (2025)
Popularity of Diya in the US, 1880–2025
Diya first appears in US records in 1991. It peaked in 2009, when 309 girls were given the name; in 2025 there were 119.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
What does Diya mean?
Diya means “lamp” or “light” in Sanskrit and Hindi.
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Diya mean?
Diya means Lamp, light. Diya means “lamp” or “light” in Sanskrit and Hindi.
What is the origin of the name Diya?
Diya is of Sanskrit origin.
How do you pronounce Diya?
Diya is pronounced “DEE-yah.”
Is Diya a boy or a girl name?
Diya is most commonly used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Diya?
In 2025, Diya ranked #1714 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Diya most popular?
Diya was most popular in 2009, when about 309 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.