Araya Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Araya is a name of Hebrew origin meaning 'lioness' or 'to be exalted'. It has evolved from historical forms like Arai and has become a popular choice in contemporary settings. The name conveys traits of strength and beauty, and it has no direct biblical relevance.
The name Araya is most popular in Washington, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is gaining popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Araya has been too falling for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, too falling for female in South, too falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Araya' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 20190th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 19264th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 8280th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2088th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1229th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Araya' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Araya"
Pronunciation
/əˈraɪə/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Araya is derived from the Hebrew word meaning 'lioness' or 'to be exalted'. It is often associated with strength and bravery.
Meaning
lioness, exalted
Language Evolution
Arai, Araya
Historical Usage
The name Araya has gained popularity in recent years, particularly in various cultures as a unique and elegant choice for girls.
Variants & Derivatives
Arai, Arayah, Aria
Modern Popularity & Image
Araya is viewed as a modern and exotic name, often associated with beauty and strength.
Famous People
Araya Hargate, a Thai actress and model, Araya Dust, a prominent figure in the fashion industry
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Araya"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Araya"
"Araya" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 20190th of 23106 | 10 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 19264th of 19264 | 5 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 8280th of 27321 | 132 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2088th of 35406 | 1,429 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1229th of 30306 | 2,383 |
Regional Popularity of "Araya" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Araya" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - |
91.36% 5771st/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
42.45% 1945th/4582 |
49.86% 2575th/5164 |
40.46% 2959th/7313 |
24.44% 1824th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
27.26% 1086th/3984 |
33.52% 1504th/4487 |
19.38% 1322nd/6822 |
18.75% 1177th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Araya"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Araya" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.