Chaya
cha-ya
US Popularity:1180
Origin:Hebrew
Meaning:Life, living
Chaya is a girl's first name of Hebrew origin. It is a feminine form of Chaim, a Hebrew name for boys meaning "life" or “living.” A parent wishing to celebrate both new life and their Jewish faith will delight in Chaya, a meaningful and elegant choice. Witnessing new life in the world is an emotional and uplifting experience that reminds us of life's beauty, wonder, and infinite cycle. Chaya is certainly a life-affirming choice for your miracle baby girl!
Chaya Name Popularity Data
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Chaya is currently #2247 on The Bump
Girl:Chaya is currently #984 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Chaya is currently #1180 in U.S. births
Girl:Chaya is currently #439 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2022
#1180
in 2022
+ 77
from 2021
Sources
Behind the Name, Chaya, May 2020
Behind the Name, Chaim, May 2020
Name Doctor, Chaya
WordSense Dictionary, Chaya
100,000 Baby Names by Bruce Lansky, pg. 107
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