Reya Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationRAY-uh / /ˈreɪ.ə/Sanskrit; Hebrew
Meaning
Sanskrit: 'king' or 'to rule'; Hebrew: 'a friend'
Historical & Cultural Background
In Sanskrit, Reya is often associated with royalty and leadership. The name has gained popularity in various cultures due to its melodic sound and positive meanings. In Hebrew, it conveys friendship and companionship, making it a versatile choice for a girl's name.
Trend Summary
Reya has seen a gradual increase in popularity in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Raya
- Reiya
International Variants
- Reya (Sanskrit)
- Raya (Spanish)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Reya was first seen in the United States in 1982. Reya has ranked as high as #1056 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, New Jersey, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Reya has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Reya (2024)
State | Births | Share |
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CA | 55 | |
TX | 27 | |
NY | 16 | |
IL | 14 | |
NJ | 13 | |
WA | 12 | |
MA | 12 | |
FL | 11 | |
NC | 10 | |
TN | 9 | |
GA | 9 | |
PA | 9 | |
MN | 8 | |
MD | 7 | |
AZ | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
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1982 | 5 |
1984 | 7 |
1988 | 8 |
1989 | 7 |
1991 | 5 |
1992 | 6 |
1993 | 8 |
1994 | 6 |
1996 | 9 |
1997 | 9 |
1998 | 7 |
1999 | 12 |
2000 | 21 |
2001 | 16 |
2002 | 16 |
2003 | 24 |
2004 | 37 |
2005 | 32 |
2006 | 44 |
2007 | 44 |
2008 | 39 |
2009 | 41 |
2010 | 51 |
2011 | 60 |
2012 | 57 |
2013 | 74 |
2014 | 91 |
2015 | 108 |
2016 | 176 |
2017 | 145 |
2018 | 151 |
2019 | 147 |
2020 | 175 |
2021 | 219 |
2022 | 248 |
2023 | 274 |
2024 | 305 |