Rising since 2021, #6,116 for girls today.
Popularity of Hiraya since 2021
Babies named Hiraya per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 2020s | 101 |
Meaning & origin
Hiraya is a modern Filipino name that entered U.S. records in 2021, reflecting cultural pride and linguistic heritage. Its use has been rising steadily since its debut, reaching a peak rank in 2023. As of 2025, it remains uncommon, ranked 6116th with an incidence of 1 in 84,593 births. The name is almost exclusively given to girls and has not yet been recorded in any top states, indicating emerging usage likely concentrated in communities with Filipino connections. Its meaning, rooted in the Tagalog word for 'hope', makes it a poetic and aspirational choice.
Hiraya is a modern Filipino name derived from the Tagalog word 'hiraya', which carries the meaning of 'hope' or 'aspiration'. It is deeply connected to the Filipino cultural value of optimism and dreaming, as reflected in the phrase 'hiraya manawari' (may your dreams come true). The name entered official U.S. records in 2021, reflecting growing interest in Filipino culture and vocabulary as given names.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Hiya, Aya, Raya
Sibling names for Hiraya
Names that share Hiraya's style, for a brother or sister.
Sisters: Luningning, Kalinangan, Diwa, Tala, Mayumi
