Riya
Riya is a girl's name of Indian origin.
Meaning
Singer or graceful.
Origin and history
Riya is a given name of Sanskrit origin that commonly means 'singer' or 'graceful'. It has steadily grown in popularity in the United States since the late 1990s, particularly within Indian-American communities. Today, it stands as a stylish and easily recognizable modern choice.
Popularity in the United States
6,273 babies in the United States have been named Riya since 1880. It ranks #2149 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1125.
States where it is most popular
- CA (21.5 %)
- NJ (12.4 %)
- TX (11.1 %)
- NY (9 %)
- IL (7.7 %)
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 | 261 |
| 2000-2010 | 2,341 |
| 2010-2019 | 2,525 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,146 |
Famous people named Riya
- Riya Sen: Actress, Model
Fun facts
- The name derives from Sanskrit roots associated with singing and gracefulness.
- Riya gained notable popularity in South Asia and global diaspora communities starting in the late 1990s.