Soraya
Persian · Girl · 2 syllables
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About the name Soraya
Soraya means "princess" or "blooming flower" and derives from Persian roots, particularly related to the Pleiades star cluster in Persian mythology.
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Etymology
Soraya means "princess" or "blooming flower" and derives from Persian roots, particularly related to the Pleiades star cluster in Persian mythology. The name is used primarily in Persian, Arabic, and Islamic cultures, with notable historical use by Persian royalty, including Shah Mohammad Reza Pahlavi's second wife, Empress Soraya of Iran.
Soraya currently ranks #868 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2025.
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