Nayana Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationNAY-uh-nuh / /ˈneɪ.jə.nə/Sanskrit; Hindi; Arabic
Meaning
Sanskrit: 'eye'; Hindi: 'beautiful'; Arabic: 'gift'
Historical & Cultural Background
In Sanskrit, Nayana refers to the eye, often symbolizing vision and perception in various texts. In Hindi-speaking cultures, it is associated with beauty and grace, reflecting aesthetic values in literature and art. The Arabic interpretation highlights the name as a gift, emphasizing the cultural significance of names as blessings in many Arabic-speaking communities.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Nayanna
- Nayane
International Variants
- Nayana (Hindi)
- Nayane (French)
Famous people named Nayana
Nayana S. — Indian actress.
Nayana S. — Indian singer.
Fictional characters named Nayana
Nayana — fictional character in Indian folklore.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Nayana was first seen in the United States in 1996. Nayana has ranked as high as #1356 nationally, which occurred in 2008, and has been most popular in California, New York, New Jersey, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Nayana has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Nayana (2013)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1996 | 9 |
| 1997 | 13 |
| 1998 | 13 |
| 1999 | 21 |
| 2000 | 15 |
| 2001 | 17 |
| 2002 | 15 |
| 2003 | 26 |
| 2004 | 33 |
| 2005 | 31 |
| 2006 | 38 |
| 2007 | 34 |
| 2008 | 44 |
| 2009 | 23 |
| 2010 | 29 |
| 2011 | 23 |
| 2012 | 25 |
| 2013 | 26 |
| 2014 | 21 |
| 2015 | 17 |
| 2016 | 17 |
| 2017 | 17 |
| 2018 | 19 |
| 2019 | 21 |
| 2020 | 18 |
| 2021 | 15 |
| 2022 | 10 |
| 2023 | 8 |
| 2024 | 19 |