Reya Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Reya is a name with Sanskrit origins meaning 'flowing' or 'river'. It has evolved from its ancient roots to modern usage in various cultures. The name embodies traits of grace and abundance, and it does not have a biblical background. Reya is gaining popularity in contemporary naming trends.
The name Reya 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 gaining popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Reya has been stalled for female in MidWest, too falling for female in Northeast, stalled 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, 'Reya' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 12556th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4286th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1332nd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Reya' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Reya"
Pronunciation
/ˈreɪə/
Origin
Sanskrit
Etymology
The name Reya is derived from the Sanskrit word 'ray' which means 'flowing' or 'river'. It is often associated with the notion of abundance and prosperity.
Meaning
flowing, river
Language Evolution
Reya (Sanskrit), Reya (Modern usage)
Historical Usage
The name Reya has gained popularity in the 21st century, particularly in South Asian communities and among those interested in unique and meaningful names.
Variants & Derivatives
Rhea, Reya
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Reya is perceived as a modern and elegant name, often associated with grace and fluidity.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Reya"
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 "Reya"
"Reya" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 12556th of 27321 | 61 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 4286th of 35406 | 510 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1332nd of 30306 | 2,113 |
Regional Popularity of "Reya" 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 "Reya" 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) |
- | - | - |
100.00% 6317th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
100.00% 4582nd/4582 |
70.45% 3638th/5164 |
81.95% 5993rd/7313 |
46.00% 3433rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
33.31% 1327th/3984 |
23.74% 1065th/4487 |
23.37% 1594th/6822 |
17.43% 1094th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Reya"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Reya" 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.