Inaya Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationin-AH-yah / /ɪˈnɑːjə/Arabic; Sanskrit
Meaning
Arabic: care; protection; Sanskrit: gift
Historical & Cultural Background
In Arabic culture, Inaya signifies a sense of care and protection, often associated with nurturing qualities. In Sanskrit, it conveys the idea of a gift, reflecting a positive and cherished connotation.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Inayah
- Inaiya
International Variants
- Inaya (Arabic)
- Inaiya (Sanskrit)
Famous people named Inaya
Inaya E. — actress.
Inaya J. — activist.
Fictional characters named Inaya
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Inaya was first seen in the United States in 1995. Inaya has ranked as high as #1000 nationally, which occurred in 2023, and has been most popular in California, New York, Texas, Illinois, and New Jersey. In the past 5 years the name Inaya has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Inaya (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 45 | |
| TX | 42 | |
| NY | 40 | |
| IL | 27 | |
| NJ | 27 | |
| VA | 20 | |
| FL | 14 | |
| WA | 12 | |
| MD | 11 | |
| OH | 9 | |
| PA | 9 | |
| GA | 8 | |
| MA | 8 | |
| AZ | 7 | |
| MN | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1995 | 5 |
| 1997 | 10 |
| 1998 | 9 |
| 1999 | 25 |
| 2000 | 36 |
| 2001 | 34 |
| 2002 | 42 |
| 2003 | 36 |
| 2004 | 43 |
| 2005 | 39 |
| 2006 | 51 |
| 2007 | 74 |
| 2008 | 74 |
| 2009 | 77 |
| 2010 | 82 |
| 2011 | 86 |
| 2012 | 106 |
| 2013 | 90 |
| 2014 | 102 |
| 2015 | 97 |
| 2016 | 115 |
| 2017 | 133 |
| 2018 | 154 |
| 2019 | 157 |
| 2020 | 208 |
| 2021 | 191 |
| 2022 | 274 |
| 2023 | 382 |
| 2024 | 370 |