Inaaya Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Inaaya has Arabic origins and means 'care' or 'concern'. It evolved from forms such as Inaya and Inaayah. The name is characterized by traits of protection and nurturing, and it does not have biblical relevance. Inaaya has become popular in recent years, particularly within South Asian communities, and is appreciated for its modern, elegant image.
The name Inaaya is most popular in New Jersey, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Inaaya has been too falling for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled 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, 'Inaaya' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 6926th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1692nd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Inaaya' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Inaaya"
Pronunciation
/ɪˈnɑːjə/
Origin
Arabic
Etymology
The name Inaaya is derived from the Arabic word 'inaya', meaning 'care' or 'concern'. It embodies a sense of protection and nurturing.
Meaning
care, concern, protection
Language Evolution
Inaya, Inaayah
Historical Usage
Inaaya has gained popularity in recent years, particularly in South Asian communities, as a feminine name that reflects affection and warmth.
Variants & Derivatives
Inaya, Inaayah, Ina
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Inaaya is perceived as a modern and elegant name, often associated with kindness and compassion.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Inaaya"
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 "Inaaya"
"Inaaya" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 6926th of 35406 | 269 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1692nd of 30306 | 1,534 |
Regional Popularity of "Inaaya" 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 "Inaaya" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
85.27% 3907th/4582 |
56.89% 2938th/5164 |
61.59% 4504th/7313 |
72.04% 5376th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
42.82% 1706th/3984 |
20.64% 926th/4487 |
26.43% 1803rd/6822 |
25.84% 1622nd/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Inaaya"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Inaaya" 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.