Meaning, origin, history
Arya, derived from Sanskrit, translates to 'noble' or 'pure'. It's of Indian origin and is predominantly used as a female given name. Arya gained significant popularity through the character Arya Stark in George R.R. Martin's 'A Song of Ice and Fire' series and its television adaptation, 'Game of Thrones', although it predates this usage.
In numbers
Popularity of the name Arya since 1880
Total births
2,222
Total since 1880
Peak year
2008
114 births
in 2023
56
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
-11%
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vs previous 5 years