Aya
Japanese · Girl · 1 syllable
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About the name Aya
Aya means "ayah" or "maid/nursemaid" in Sanskrit and Hindi, though it also derives from Arabic roots meaning "sign" or "verse" (as in Quranic ayah).
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Etymology
Aya means "ayah" or "maid/nursemaid" in Sanskrit and Hindi, though it also derives from Arabic roots meaning "sign" or "verse" (as in Quranic ayah). The name is used across multiple cultures including Japanese (where it can mean "colorful" or "design"), Arabic-speaking Islamic communities, Indian Hindu and Muslim populations, and Jewish traditions.
Aya currently ranks #644 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2024.
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