girl name · Sanskrit origin
Priya
/ PREE-yah /
Meaning
Priya means Beloved, dear (Sanskrit).
Gender
Girl
Origin
Sanskrit
Pronunciation
PREE-yah
Popularity
#1956 · U.S. girls (2025)
Popularity of Priya in the US, 1880–2025
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.
What does Priya mean?
Priya means “beloved” or “dear” in Sanskrit.
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.
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.