Roya
Roya first appears in US records in 1955. It peaked in 2025, when 76 girls were given the name; in 2025 there were 76.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Roya popular?
Near its peak Roya is more popular now than at almost any point on record, peaking in 2025.
| 2020s | 343 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 392 | |
| 2000s | 219 | |
| 1990s | 275 | |
| 1980s | 234 | |
| 1970s | 99 | |
| 1960s | 42 | |
| 1950s | 19 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Roya mean?
Roya means “dream” or “vision” in Persian.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Roya mean?
Roya means Dream, vision. Roya means “dream” or “vision” in Persian.
What is the origin of the name Roya?
Roya is of Persian origin.
How do you pronounce Roya?
Roya is pronounced “ROH-yah.”
Is Roya a boy or a girl name?
Roya is most commonly used as a girl name.
Is Roya a popular name right now?
Roya is more popular now than at almost any point on record, peaking in 2025.
How popular is the name Roya?
In 2025, Roya ranked #2379 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Roya most popular?
Roya was most popular in 2025, when about 76 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What names are similar to Roya?
Names similar to Roya include Zarina, Darya, Mahsa, Parisa, Bahar.
What names go well with Roya?
Persian names that pair well with Roya include Jasmine, Esther, Jasper, Darius, Cyrus.