Liya Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationLEE-yah / ˈliː.jəHebrew; Arabic; Indian
Meaning
Hebrew: weary; Arabic: night; Indian: goddess
Historical & Cultural Background
In Hebrew tradition, Liya is often associated with the concept of weariness, reflecting a sense of endurance. In Arabic culture, it signifies the night, symbolizing tranquility and peace. In Indian contexts, it is linked to divinity, representing a goddess.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Liya
- Leah
- Lia
International Variants
- Lia (Italian)
- Lea (Spanish)
- Liya (Russian)
Famous people named Liya
Liya Kebede — model and actress.
Liya Shinkaruk — artist.
Fictional characters named Liya
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Liya was first seen in the United States in 1992. Liya has ranked as high as #1245 nationally, which occurred in 2022, and has been most popular in California, New York, Texas, Virginia, and Maryland. In the past 5 years the name Liya has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Liya (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 20 | |
| NY | 17 | |
| TX | 16 | |
| VA | 11 | |
| WA | 8 | |
| FL | 8 | |
| GA | 7 | |
| CO | 6 | |
| MD | 6 | |
| PA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1992 | 8 |
| 1993 | 6 |
| 1994 | 7 |
| 1995 | 5 |
| 1996 | 10 |
| 1997 | 5 |
| 1998 | 10 |
| 1999 | 9 |
| 2000 | 12 |
| 2001 | 15 |
| 2002 | 28 |
| 2003 | 43 |
| 2004 | 45 |
| 2005 | 48 |
| 2006 | 67 |
| 2007 | 65 |
| 2008 | 91 |
| 2009 | 85 |
| 2010 | 85 |
| 2011 | 96 |
| 2012 | 98 |
| 2013 | 118 |
| 2014 | 97 |
| 2015 | 89 |
| 2016 | 103 |
| 2017 | 99 |
| 2018 | 116 |
| 2019 | 100 |
| 2020 | 120 |
| 2021 | 138 |
| 2022 | 148 |
| 2023 | 111 |
| 2024 | 132 |