Girl name
Naya name meaning
“wisdom, guidance”
Naya is a feminine name commonly linked to Sanskrit naya, meaning wisdom or guidance. The source word encompasses guidance, policy, and a method of conduct, giving the name a broader range of related meanings. Naya was also borrowed into Javanese, connecting its Sanskrit source with Javanese usage.
What does Naya mean?
The ending -ya has no single shared meaning in Maya, Widya, and Soraya. These letters belong to different words or names, so their meanings need to be explained through the complete forms. More girl names ending in -ya →
Origin and cultural usage of Naya
From Sanskrit naya, encompassing guidance, policy, and a method of conduct, also borrowed into Javanese.
Name combinations with Naya
Two- and three-word full-name ideas with Naya, built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each word.
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Meaning of each word
- Naya: wisdom, guidance
- Yulis: born in July
- Puspa: a blooming flower
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Meaning of each word
- Naya: wisdom, guidance
- Dian: lamp, illuminating light
- Wulansari: essence of the moon's beauty
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Naya Kemala
Meaning of each word
- Naya: wisdom, guidance
- Kemala: precious gemstone
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Meaning of each word
- Wulan: the moon in the sky
- Naya: wisdom, guidance
- Devina: divine
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Naya Puspawati
Meaning of each word
- Naya: wisdom, guidance
- Puspawati: one who possesses flowers
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Meaning of each word
- Naya: wisdom, guidance
- Suartini: good prosperity
- Wardani: one who fosters growth or increase
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How to pronounce Naya
| Syllables | 2 · 4 letters · 4-letter girl names |
|---|---|
| IPA | /naja/ |
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦤꦪ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮔᮚ |
Is Naya a girl’s name?
Yes, Naya is used mostly as a girl’s name. In our data sample, 33% of bearers are male. See all girl names.
Naya ranks #2,277 among girl names in our data sample (4 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Variants and similar names
Names that sound like Naya
Names with related meanings
- Rasyid♂♀Discerning, rightly guided
- Sofia♀Wisdom and sound judgment
- Sumantri♂♀A good counselor
- Ray♂♀Counsel and protection
- Hikmah♀Wisdom and deep understanding
- Rai♂♀Counsel and protection
- Sonya♀Wisdom, good judgment
- Budiarti♀Wisdom and meaning
- Sonia♀Wisdom, good judgment
- Rosidah♀Rightly guided woman
- Widayati♀Knowledge, learned
- Boedi♂♀Intellect, intelligence, moral character
Famous people named Naya
- Naya Anindita · b. 1988
- Naya Cinantya Drestalita
FAQ about the name Naya
What is the meaning of Naya?
Naya means wisdom, guidance. From Sanskrit naya, encompassing guidance, policy, and a method of conduct, also borrowed into Javanese.
Is Naya a girl’s name?
Yes, Naya is used mostly as a girl’s name. In our data sample, 33% of bearers are male.
What is the origin of the name Naya?
Naya is of Sanskrit and Javanese origin.
How many syllables does Naya have?
Naya has 2 syllables (Na-ya) and 4 letters.
How popular is the name Naya?
Naya ranks #2,277 among girl names in our data sample (4 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
What full names go well with Naya?
Some ideas: Naya Yulis Puspa; Naya Dian Wulansari; Naya Kemala.
Famous people named Naya?
Notable people named Naya include Naya Anindita, Naya Cinantya Drestalita.
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