Declining since 2017, #2,822 for girls today.
Popularity of Haniya since 1997
Babies named Haniya per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 20 |
| 2000s | 154 |
| 2010s | 632 |
| 2020s | 407 |
Meaning & origin
Haniya first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1997 and saw a steady rise, peaking at rank 2018 in 2018. Since 2017, its trajectory has been falling, yet it remains a distinctive choice. The name is given to roughly 1 in 26788 girls today, with notable usage in Illinois, Virginia, and New York. Its Arabic roots give it a cross-cultural appeal, resonating with families seeking a name that embodies happiness and tranquility.
Haniya stems from the Arabic root ه-ن-ي (h-n-y), which conveys notions of happiness and ease. It is the feminine form of Hani, meaning 'happy' or 'contented.' The name has been used across various Muslim-majority regions, reflecting a positive and aspirational quality.
Where Haniya is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Haniya” around the world
Where Haniya lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
25
babies in 2024
Ireland
4
babies in 2025
Sources: INSEE (France) · CSO Ireland (Ireland).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Hani, Niya
Sibling names for Haniya
Names that share Haniya's style, for a brother or sister.
