Shreya
Shreya is a girl's name of Sanskrit origin.
Meaning
Auspicious, fortunate, excellent, or beautiful.
Origin and history
Shreya is a traditional Sanskrit feminine name meaning auspicious, lucky, or excellent. It gained significant visibility in the United States starting in the late 20th century due to South Asian diaspora trends. Today, it remains a recognized choice with steady, moderate usage in the U.S.
Popularity in the United States
5,037 babies in the United States have been named Shreya since 1880. It ranks #2456 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1639.
States where it is most popular
- CA (25.6 %)
- NJ (13.1 %)
- TX (10.6 %)
- NY (8.6 %)
- IL (6.9 %)
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 | 57 |
| 1990-2000 | 555 |
| 2000-2010 | 2,380 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,583 |
| 2020-2029 | 462 |
Famous people named Shreya
- Shreya Ghoshal: playback singer, musician
Fun facts
- In classical Sanskrit literature, Shreya is used as an epithet for Lakshmi, representing good fortune and grace.
- Over 5,000 girls in the United States have been named Shreya since the late 20th century.