Joya Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationHOY-uh / ˈhɔɪ.əSpanish; Sanskrit
Meaning
Spanish: jewel; Sanskrit: light
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Joya has roots in both Spanish and Sanskrit. In Spanish, it is often associated with beauty and value, as it translates to 'jewel.' In Sanskrit, it conveys a sense of brightness and illumination. The name has gained popularity in various cultures, reflecting a blend of linguistic influences.
Trend Summary
Joya has seen a modest rise in popularity in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Joya
- Joyah
International Variants
- Joya (Spanish)
- Joya (Sanskrit)
Famous people named Joya
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Fictional characters named Joya
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Joya was first seen in the United States in 1942. Joya has ranked as high as #1184 nationally, which occurred in 1990, and has been most popular in California, New York, Michigan, Georgia, and New Jersey. In the past 5 years the name Joya has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Joya (2018)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1942 | 6 |
| 1943 | 5 |
| 1944 | 6 |
| 1946 | 8 |
| 1948 | 8 |
| 1950 | 8 |
| 1951 | 6 |
| 1952 | 7 |
| 1953 | 17 |
| 1954 | 9 |
| 1955 | 6 |
| 1956 | 16 |
| 1957 | 7 |
| 1958 | 13 |
| 1959 | 15 |
| 1960 | 13 |
| 1961 | 11 |
| 1962 | 26 |
| 1963 | 25 |
| 1964 | 16 |
| 1965 | 36 |
| 1966 | 20 |
| 1967 | 17 |
| 1968 | 18 |
| 1969 | 15 |
| 1970 | 25 |
| 1971 | 26 |
| 1972 | 18 |
| 1973 | 24 |
| 1974 | 23 |
| 1975 | 34 |
| 1976 | 39 |
| 1977 | 28 |
| 1978 | 21 |
| 1979 | 31 |
| 1980 | 30 |
| 1981 | 29 |
| 1982 | 35 |
| 1983 | 25 |
| 1984 | 22 |
| 1985 | 23 |
| 1986 | 24 |
| 1987 | 31 |
| 1988 | 33 |
| 1989 | 24 |
| 1990 | 43 |
| 1991 | 21 |
| 1992 | 37 |
| 1993 | 23 |
| 1994 | 23 |
| 1995 | 32 |
| 1996 | 39 |
| 1997 | 20 |
| 1998 | 28 |
| 1999 | 21 |
| 2000 | 24 |
| 2001 | 31 |
| 2002 | 36 |
| 2003 | 35 |
| 2004 | 28 |
| 2005 | 30 |
| 2006 | 29 |
| 2007 | 27 |
| 2008 | 20 |
| 2009 | 30 |
| 2010 | 18 |
| 2011 | 24 |
| 2012 | 29 |
| 2013 | 29 |
| 2014 | 25 |
| 2015 | 21 |
| 2016 | 24 |
| 2017 | 14 |
| 2018 | 16 |
| 2019 | 22 |
| 2020 | 19 |
| 2021 | 17 |
| 2022 | 20 |
| 2023 | 21 |
| 2024 | 16 |