Rising since 1995, #776 for girls today.
Popularity of Inaya since 1995
Babies named Inaya per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 49 |
| 2000s | 506 |
| 2010s | 1,122 |
| 2020s | 1,776 |
Meaning & origin
Inaya is a name of Arabic origin that has seen a steady rise in American usage since it first appeared in official records in 1995. By 2023 it reached its peak popularity, and in the latest year tracked (2025) it ranked 776th, with about 1 in every 4,592 newborn girls receiving the name. The name is particularly favored in states with diverse populations, including New York, Virginia, and Maryland. Inaya's gentle meaning of 'care' or 'concern' resonates with many parents seeking a name that is both melodious and meaningful. Its trajectory has been consistently upward, reflecting a growing appreciation for Arabic-origin names in the U.S.
Inaya derives from Arabic عناية (ināyah), meaning 'care, attention, concern.' It is a common name in Arabic-speaking countries and among Muslim communities worldwide. Though recently adopted in the U.S., it has been used historically in the Middle East and South Asia.
Where Inaya is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Inaya” around the world
Where Inaya lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
#12
in 2024
Ireland
7
babies in 2025
Quebec
37
babies in 2025
Sources: INSEE (France) · CSO Ireland (Ireland) · Retraite Québec (Quebec).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ina, Naya
Sibling names for Inaya
Names that share Inaya's style, for a brother or sister.
Sisters: Aaliyah, Layla, Zara, Noor, Amira, Aysha, Dua, Jamia, Nadiya, Nakia, Saira, Sanaya, Saniya, Aleiyah, Amirrah, Fiza, Hira, Jaziya, Maheen, Mahira, Mehar, Mirha, Saina, Zamirah, Zunaira, Aamani, Arshiya, Bisma, Hoorain, Naria, Sehar, Ziyana, Zunairah, Aanshi, Zakeya, Abeera, Afsana, Ambreen, Azka, Fizza, Ibtisam, Kashish, Meerab, Navil, Raushanah, Roohi, Sadeen, Tasfia
Brothers: Zayn, Omar, Rayan, Isa, Khalil, Aayan, Armaan, Ayaan, Haris, Aahil, Amaan, Arhaan, Faizan, Hashir, Izhaan, Maaz, Riyaan, Sohail, Yaser, Zayaan, Aashir, Arish, Aryaan, Azlaan, Izyan, Nahzir, Raheel, Raiyan, Rehaan, Reyaan, Ridhaan, Salaar, Sartaj, Shahzain, Shayaan, Zeeshan, Abyan, Faizaan, Himmat, Arshaan, Ashaz, Daanish, Ehaan, Fardeen, Hyder, Jiyan, Kahil, Nihaan, Niyam, Shahmeer, Vyan, Zahair
