Arya name popularity, meaning and origin
Name Popularity: 97%
Arya name meaning:
The name Arya is of Persian origin and holds various meanings across different cultures. In Persian, Arya means "noble" or "honorable". It is also a Sanskrit word with a different meaning, referring to a noble person or one who is righteous and honorable. In Hinduism, Arya is associated with the ancient Indo-Aryan civilization and is used to describe someone of noble birth or high status.
The name Arya gained significant popularity in recent years due to its association with the character Arya Stark from the popular television series, "Game of Thrones". Arya Stark is a strong, independent, and fearless character, which has contributed to the name's appeal among parents.
Choosing the name Arya for a boy signifies the desire for noble qualities and a sense of honor. It reflects the hope that the child will grow up to be an honorable and righteous individual. It carries a sense of strength, determination, and courage, inspired by the character Arya Stark. Overall, the name Arya for a boy embodies noble virtues and the aspiration for greatness.
Origin: Indian
Noble.
Statistics
Overall UK ranking: 151 out of 5581
344 recorded births last year
Change in rank
- 10yrs
507 - 5yrs
29 - 1yr
-17
- Scotland (174)
Regional popularity
Ranking for this name in various UK regions
Historical popularity of Arya
The graph below shows the popularity of the girls's name Arya from all the UK baby name statistics available. It's a quick easy way to see the trend for Arya in 2024