Chanya Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationCHAN-yah / /ˈtʃɑː.njə/Hebrew; Sanskrit
Meaning
Hebrew: 'God is gracious'; Sanskrit: 'to shine'
Historical & Cultural Background
Chanya is a name with roots in both Hebrew and Sanskrit. In Hebrew culture, names often reflect religious significance and values. In Sanskrit, the name is associated with brightness and radiance. The name is relatively uncommon, contributing to its uniqueness.
Similar Names
Variants
- Chani
- Chanya
International Variants
- Chania (Greek)
- Chanya (Russian)
Famous people named Chanya
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Chanya was first seen in the United States in 1996. Chanya has ranked as high as #1366 nationally, which occurred in 2006, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Chanya has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Chanya
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1996 | 6 |
| 1998 | 11 |
| 1999 | 12 |
| 2000 | 14 |
| 2001 | 12 |
| 2002 | 14 |
| 2003 | 10 |
| 2004 | 11 |
| 2005 | 15 |
| 2006 | 17 |
| 2007 | 13 |
| 2008 | 14 |
| 2009 | 7 |
| 2010 | 11 |
| 2011 | 10 |
| 2012 | 5 |
| 2013 | 5 |