Saraya Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Saraya has Hebrew origins, meaning 'princess' or 'lady.' It evolved from the biblical name Sarai and has gained modern popularity in the 21st century. The name is associated with elegance and strength, with no biblical relevance. Variants include Sarai and Zara, and it is linked to notable figures in wrestling.
The name Saraya is most popular in California, 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, Saraya 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, 'Saraya' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 17256th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 5355th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3493rd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2902nd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Saraya' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Saraya"
Pronunciation
/səˈraɪə/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Saraya is derived from the Hebrew word 'sarai,' which means 'my princess' or 'my lady.' It is often associated with nobility and grace.
Meaning
princess, lady
Language Evolution
Sarai, Saraya
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the early 21st century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a modern variant of the biblical name Sarai.
Variants & Derivatives
Sarai, Zara, Sariah
Modern Popularity & Image
Saraya is perceived as a modern and elegant name, often associated with beauty and strength.
Famous People
Saraya-Jade Bevis (Paige), Saraya (Ring Name)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Saraya"
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 "Saraya"
"Saraya" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 17256th of 19264 | 9 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 5355th of 27321 | 251 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3493rd of 35406 | 681 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2902nd of 30306 | 699 |
Regional Popularity of "Saraya" 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 "Saraya" 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) |
- |
93.65% 4191st/4475 |
100.00% 5194th/5194 |
- |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
100.00% 4582nd/4582 |
63.07% 3257th/5164 |
57.36% 4195th/7313 |
43.84% 3272nd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
88.13% 3511th/3984 |
60.51% 2715th/4487 |
50.06% 3415th/6822 |
53.06% 3330th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Saraya"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Saraya" 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.