girl name · Sanskrit origin
Navya
/ NAHV-yah /
Meaning
Navya means New, young (Sanskrit).
Gender
Girl
Origin
Sanskrit
Pronunciation
NAHV-yah
Popularity
#2147 · U.S. girls (2025)
Popularity of Navya in the US, 1880–2025
Navya first appears in US records in 1994. It peaked in 2017, when 127 girls were given the name; in 2025 there were 87.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
What does Navya mean?
Navya means “new” or “youthful” in Sanskrit.
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Navya mean?
Navya means New, young. Navya means “new” or “youthful” in Sanskrit.
What is the origin of the name Navya?
Navya is of Sanskrit origin.
How do you pronounce Navya?
Navya is pronounced “NAHV-yah.”
Is Navya a boy or a girl name?
Navya is most commonly used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Navya?
In 2025, Navya ranked #2147 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Navya most popular?
Navya was most popular in 2017, when about 127 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.