Inayah Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationih-NAY-uh / /ɪˈneɪ.ə/Arabic; Hebrew
Meaning
Arabic: caring; compassionate; Hebrew: answer
Historical & Cultural Background
In Arabic culture, Inayah signifies a sense of care and compassion, often associated with kindness. In Hebrew tradition, it can be interpreted as 'answer,' reflecting a connection to prayer and supplication.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Inaya
- Inayahh
International Variants
- Inaya (Arabic)
- Inaiya (Indian)
Famous people named Inayah
Inayah Lamis — singer.
Inayah (Inayah's World) — social media influencer.
Fictional characters named Inayah
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Inayah was first seen in the United States in 1992. Inayah has ranked as high as #1234 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in New York, Texas, California, New Jersey, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Inayah has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Inayah (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 21 | |
| TX | 15 | |
| GA | 11 | |
| CA | 10 | |
| FL | 8 | |
| MA | 6 | |
| OH | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1992 | 7 |
| 1994 | 8 |
| 1995 | 10 |
| 1996 | 13 |
| 1997 | 15 |
| 1998 | 14 |
| 1999 | 16 |
| 2000 | 13 |
| 2001 | 22 |
| 2002 | 28 |
| 2003 | 14 |
| 2004 | 16 |
| 2005 | 15 |
| 2006 | 16 |
| 2007 | 18 |
| 2008 | 16 |
| 2009 | 19 |
| 2010 | 25 |
| 2011 | 34 |
| 2012 | 29 |
| 2013 | 41 |
| 2014 | 35 |
| 2015 | 32 |
| 2016 | 44 |
| 2017 | 49 |
| 2018 | 45 |
| 2019 | 40 |
| 2020 | 59 |
| 2021 | 78 |
| 2022 | 83 |
| 2023 | 100 |
| 2024 | 126 |