Declining since 2009, #1,808 for girls today.
Popularity of Amiya since 1990
Babies named Amiya per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 205 |
| 2000s | 3,364 |
| 2010s | 3,978 |
| 2020s | 1,125 |
Meaning & origin
Amiya entered U.S. naming records in 1990 and saw its highest usage in 2009, when it ranked 1,808. Since then, it has been declining in popularity. The name is rare, given to roughly 1 in 14,480 girls in 2025. It is most common in Maryland, Ohio, and Michigan. Amiya is likely a modern creation, influenced by the popular -iya ending seen in names like Aaliyah, and may also be a respelling of Amiya or Amaya. Its meaning is unclear, adding to its appeal for parents seeking a distinctive and melodious name.
Amiya appears to be a modern coinage, likely influenced by names like Amaya, Aaliyah, or Amiya. It may also be a respelling of the Arabic Amina, though no direct lineage is established. The name gained modest popularity in the United States starting in the 1990s, peaking in 2009.
Where Amiya is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state. Press play or drag the slider to watch it move across the decades. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ami, Mia, Ya
Sibling names for Amiya
Names that share Amiya's style, for a brother or sister.
