Indya Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Indya is a name with roots in Sanskrit, meaning 'moon' or 'bright.' It evolved from the term 'Indu' and has been adopted in various cultures. The name is often associated with beauty and serenity, and while it has no biblical significance, it has gained popularity in modern times as a unique choice. Variants include India and Indie, and it is currently perceived as a creative and individualistic name.
The name Indya is most popular in Georgia, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the South 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, Indya has been stalled 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, 'Indya' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 11116th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4373rd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2774th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4256th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Indya' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Indya"
Pronunciation
/ˈɪn.di.ə/
Origin
Sanskrit
Etymology
The name Indya is derived from the Sanskrit word 'Indu,' which means 'moon' or 'bright.' The term has been used in various forms across different cultures, often associated with beauty and serenity.
Meaning
moon, bright
Language Evolution
Indu, Indya
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in modern times, particularly in the late 20th century, as a variation of India and as a unique name choice in various cultures.
Variants & Derivatives
India, Indie, Indya
Modern Popularity & Image
Indya is often perceived as a unique and modern name, associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Indya Moore, Indya Kincaid
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Indya"
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 "Indya"
"Indya" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 11116th of 19264 | 35 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 4373rd of 27321 | 335 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2774th of 35406 | 939 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 4256th of 30306 | 405 |
Regional Popularity of "Indya" 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 "Indya" 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) |
95.17% 3507th/3685 |
- |
74.72% 3881st/5194 |
- |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
65.47% 3000th/4582 |
65.72% 3394th/5164 |
30.89% 2259th/7313 |
61.32% 4576th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
53.61% 3657th/6822 |
100.00% 6276th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Indya"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Indya" 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.