Ria Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationREE-uh / ˈriːəLatin; Sanskrit; Hebrew
Meaning
Latin: 'river'; Sanskrit: 'singer'; Hebrew: 'to flow'
Historical & Cultural Background
Ria is a name that has roots in multiple cultures, including Latin and Sanskrit. In Latin, it is often associated with the meaning 'river', symbolizing flow and movement. In Sanskrit, it conveys the idea of a 'singer', reflecting artistic expression. The name has gained popularity in various countries, often as a diminutive or variant of longer names.
Trend Summary
Ria has seen a steady increase in popularity in the United States over the past few decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Riya
- Riahn
International Variants
- Riya (Hindi)
- Ria (Spanish)
- Ria (Italian)
Famous people named Ria
Ria Formosa is a notable natural park in Portugal, recognized for its biodiversity and beauty.
Ria van Dijk is a Dutch artist known for her contemporary paintings.
Ria Kawai is a Japanese actress known for her roles in television dramas.
Fictional characters named Ria
Ria is a character in the video game 'Final Fantasy XIV', known for her adventurous spirit.
Ria is a character in the animated series 'The Amazing World of Gumball', often depicted as a friend of the main characters.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Ria was first seen in the United States in 1934. Ria has ranked as high as #1148 nationally, which occurred in 2005, and has been most popular in California, New York, New Jersey, Texas, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Ria has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Ria (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 13 | |
| TX | 7 | |
| FL | 7 | |
| NY | 5 | |
| NJ | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1934 | 6 |
| 1936 | 6 |
| 1943 | 5 |
| 1946 | 7 |
| 1947 | 9 |
| 1948 | 10 |
| 1949 | 9 |
| 1950 | 8 |
| 1951 | 8 |
| 1952 | 10 |
| 1953 | 13 |
| 1954 | 11 |
| 1955 | 15 |
| 1956 | 6 |
| 1957 | 11 |
| 1958 | 6 |
| 1959 | 17 |
| 1960 | 11 |
| 1961 | 9 |
| 1962 | 15 |
| 1963 | 19 |
| 1964 | 10 |
| 1965 | 12 |
| 1966 | 12 |
| 1967 | 16 |
| 1968 | 28 |
| 1969 | 13 |
| 1970 | 18 |
| 1971 | 13 |
| 1972 | 10 |
| 1973 | 16 |
| 1974 | 21 |
| 1975 | 14 |
| 1976 | 15 |
| 1977 | 23 |
| 1978 | 23 |
| 1979 | 33 |
| 1980 | 30 |
| 1981 | 28 |
| 1982 | 26 |
| 1983 | 22 |
| 1984 | 27 |
| 1985 | 24 |
| 1986 | 27 |
| 1987 | 22 |
| 1988 | 23 |
| 1989 | 24 |
| 1990 | 24 |
| 1991 | 29 |
| 1992 | 30 |
| 1993 | 43 |
| 1994 | 40 |
| 1995 | 32 |
| 1996 | 35 |
| 1997 | 46 |
| 1998 | 38 |
| 1999 | 65 |
| 2000 | 86 |
| 2001 | 125 |
| 2002 | 134 |
| 2003 | 174 |
| 2004 | 190 |
| 2005 | 202 |
| 2006 | 166 |
| 2007 | 147 |
| 2008 | 133 |
| 2009 | 131 |
| 2010 | 111 |
| 2011 | 117 |
| 2012 | 111 |
| 2013 | 115 |
| 2014 | 100 |
| 2015 | 85 |
| 2016 | 109 |
| 2017 | 105 |
| 2018 | 86 |
| 2019 | 85 |
| 2020 | 81 |
| 2021 | 74 |
| 2022 | 79 |
| 2023 | 95 |
| 2024 | 72 |