Darya Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationDAR-yah / /ˈdɑːr.jə/Persian; Russian
Meaning
Persian: sea; Russian: gift
Historical & Cultural Background
Darya is a name of Persian origin, commonly used in Iran and other Persian-speaking regions. In Russian culture, it is often associated with the meaning 'gift' and is a popular name among girls. The name has gained some popularity in various countries due to its melodic sound and cultural significance.
Trend Summary
Darya has seen moderate popularity in the U.S. but remains relatively uncommon.
Similar Names
Variants
- Daria
- Darya
International Variants
- Daria (Polish)
- Darya (Russian)
- Daria (Italian)
Famous people named Darya
Darya Klishina is a Russian long jumper who has competed in various international championships.
Darya Domracheva is a Belarusian biathlete who has won multiple Olympic medals.
Fictional characters named Darya
Darya is a character in the video game 'The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt' known for her role in the story.
Darya is a character in the novel 'The Last Summer of Reason' by Tahar Ben Jelloun.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Darya was first seen in the United States in 1961. Darya has ranked as high as #1338 nationally, which occurred in 2007, and has been most popular in California, New York, Texas, Virginia, and Washington. In the past 5 years the name Darya has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Darya (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 17 | |
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1961 | 5 |
| 1962 | 7 |
| 1965 | 6 |
| 1969 | 13 |
| 1970 | 9 |
| 1971 | 8 |
| 1972 | 11 |
| 1973 | 9 |
| 1974 | 10 |
| 1975 | 10 |
| 1977 | 7 |
| 1978 | 5 |
| 1979 | 12 |
| 1981 | 9 |
| 1982 | 7 |
| 1983 | 7 |
| 1984 | 6 |
| 1985 | 6 |
| 1986 | 7 |
| 1987 | 5 |
| 1988 | 5 |
| 1990 | 13 |
| 1991 | 12 |
| 1992 | 15 |
| 1993 | 16 |
| 1994 | 13 |
| 1995 | 14 |
| 1996 | 29 |
| 1997 | 28 |
| 1998 | 30 |
| 1999 | 28 |
| 2000 | 34 |
| 2001 | 33 |
| 2002 | 32 |
| 2003 | 39 |
| 2004 | 27 |
| 2005 | 35 |
| 2006 | 29 |
| 2007 | 50 |
| 2008 | 38 |
| 2009 | 41 |
| 2010 | 47 |
| 2011 | 38 |
| 2012 | 28 |
| 2013 | 29 |
| 2014 | 45 |
| 2015 | 39 |
| 2016 | 44 |
| 2017 | 45 |
| 2018 | 36 |
| 2019 | 36 |
| 2020 | 34 |
| 2021 | 42 |
| 2022 | 43 |
| 2023 | 43 |
| 2024 | 48 |