Miya Girl

Popularity: #791 · Trend: ↘ Falling

Origin(s)

PronunciationMEE-yah / ˈmiː.jə

Japanese; Sanskrit

Meaning

Japanese: beautiful; Sanskrit: princess

Historical & Cultural Background

In Japanese culture, the name Miya can be associated with beauty and elegance. It is often used in various contexts, including literature and art. In Sanskrit, it carries the meaning of 'princess,' reflecting a sense of nobility. The name has gained popularity in various cultures due to its pleasant sound and positive meanings.

Trend Summary

The name Miya has seen a steady rise in popularity in the United States over the past two decades.

Similar Names

MinaMiraMilaNinaRiyaSiaTia

Variants

  • Miya
  • Mya

International Variants

  • Mia (Italian)
  • Miya (Japanese)

Famous people named Miya

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Fictional characters named Miya

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Sibling Suggestions

MayaLiyaNiyaTiyaZiya

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Miya was first seen in the United States in 1965. Miya has ranked as high as #1071 nationally, which occurred in 2007, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Florida, and Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Miya has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Miya (2024)

StateBirthsShare
CA 21
25%
FL 17
20%
NY 15
18%
TX 11
13%
OH 8
9%
PA 7
8%
IL 6
7%

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
19656
19669
19678
19695
19707
197110
197217
19738
197413
197520
197618
197737
197836
197943
198057
198151
198249
198344
198439
198540
198628
198735
198829
198948
199081
199170
199278
1993101
199490
199588
1996104
1997139
1998195
1999239
2000201
2001215
2002236
2003238
2004236
2005281
2006271
2007319
2008271
2009275
2010237
2011272
2012280
2013294
2014303
2015279
2016285
2017260
2018219
2019207
2020205
2021200
2022189
2023173
2024159