Amiya
Amiya is a girl's name of Indian origin.
Meaning
Delight, nectar, or boundless.
Origin and history
Amiya is a modern given name with roots in Sanskrit, where it relates to nectar or delight, as well as connections to Arabic variations meaning gentle or night rain. In the United States, it emerged as a popular contemporary choice in the early 2000s and continues to be used regularly. It appeals to parents seeking a soft, melodic name with international connections.
Popularity in the United States
8,672 babies in the United States have been named Amiya since 1880. It ranks #1798 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1135.
States where it is most popular
- TX (8.1 %)
- FL (7.5 %)
- GA (6.9 %)
- CA (6.5 %)
- NY (6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 205 |
| 2000-2010 | 3,364 |
| 2010-2019 | 3,978 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,125 |
Fun facts
- In Sanskrit, Amiya is related to the word for nectar or sweetness, giving it a pleasing classical meaning.
- The name entered broader usage in the U.S. during the late 1990s alongside similar phonologically soft names like Amiah and Amiyah.