Jiya
Jiya is a girl's name of Sanskrit origin.
Meaning
Sweetheart, heart, or piece of my heart.
Origin and history
Jiya is a feminine name of Indian origin derived from Sanskrit roots. It translates broadly to 'sweetheart', 'darling', or 'soul'. The name has seen growing usage in the United States since the 2000s, particularly within South Asian diaspora communities.
Popularity in the United States
2,325 babies in the United States have been named Jiya since 1880. It ranks #3654 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1479.
States where it is most popular
- CA (24.5 %)
- NJ (18.4 %)
- TX (14.2 %)
- NY (11.8 %)
- IL (7.9 %)
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 | 20 |
| 2000-2010 | 617 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,062 |
| 2020-2029 | 626 |
Famous people named Jiya
- Jiya Shankar: Actress, Model
Fun facts
- The word 'jiya' is frequently used in Hindi poetry and music as an affectionate term meaning 'heart' or 'life'.
- The name gained notable visibility in American birth records during the early 21st century.