Diya
lamp, light
- Origin
- Sanskrit
- Religion
- Hindu
- Gender
- Girl
- Country
- India
- Pronunciation
- DEE-yah
- Popularity
- rising
About the name Diya
Diya is a girl name of Sanskrit origin meaning "lamp, light". It is most commonly used in Hindu families and is especially popular in India.
A diya is the small clay oil lamp lit during Diwali and at daily household prayer, so the name carries an image nearly every Indian family recognises instantly rather than an abstract meaning. It has been among the top girls' names in India since the 2000s and is common in the UK Indian diaspora, where its two easy syllables travel well.
Popularity trend: Diya has been gaining ground with parents in recent years.
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Frequently asked about Diya
- What does the name Diya mean?
- Diya means "lamp, light". It's a girl name of Sanskrit origin, most commonly used in Hindu families and popular in India.
- Where does the name Diya come from?
- Diya originates from Sanskrit. On Babbloom it's classified in the Hindu naming tradition.
- Is Diya a boy or girl name?
- Diya is a girl name.