Declining since 2008, #3,167 for girls today.
Popularity of Kamya since 1983
Babies named Kamya per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 5 |
| 1990s | 95 |
| 2000s | 1,753 |
| 2010s | 1,389 |
| 2020s | 436 |
Meaning & origin
Kamya entered U.S. records in 1983 and saw its peak popularity in 2009. Though its rank of 3,167 in 2025 places it well outside the top 1,000, the name has maintained a steady if modest presence. Its trajectory since 2008 has been one of gradual decline, yet it remains a distinctive choice. The name is most common in Illinois and Texas, reflecting the broader pattern of modern Indian-American naming. With approximately 1 in 32,145 babies receiving the name in 2025, Kamya offers a balance of cultural resonance and rarity.
Kamya likely derives from the Sanskrit word 'kāmya', meaning 'desirable' or 'agreeable'. It is a modern adoption in the West, particularly among families of Indian heritage, and has been used in the United States since the 1980s. The name has gained modest popularity in the 21st century.
Where Kamya is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Kam, Kami, Mya
Sibling names for Kamya
Names that share Kamya's style, for a brother or sister.
