Rising since 1994, #2,139 for girls today.
Popularity of Navya since 1994
Babies named Navya per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 51 |
| 2000s | 446 |
| 2010s | 1,067 |
| 2020s | 547 |
Meaning & origin
Navya entered U.S. naming records in 1994 and has since risen in popularity, peaking in 2017. As of 2025, it ranked 2139th, with 1 in 18,474 girls receiving the name. Its usage is most concentrated in Virginia, New Jersey, and Illinois, reflecting communities with Indian heritage. The name's Sanskrit origins and melodic sound have contributed to its steady adoption outside India.
Navya derives from Sanskrit नव्य (navya) meaning 'new, fresh, young,' or alternatively from नव्य (navya) meaning 'praiseworthy, commendable.' It is a feminine name common in India, particularly among Hindu families. The name gained moderate popularity in the United States starting in the 1990s, largely within the Indian diaspora.
Where Navya is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Nav
Sibling names for Navya
Names that share Navya's style, for a brother or sister.
Sisters: Anaya, Sana, Mira, Diya, Kavya, Aarohi, Avika, Kashvi, Mannat, Mishika, Sehaj, Shanvi, Vibha, Heer, Nimrat, Raahi, Saanvika, Simar, Thanvi, Kaashvi
Brothers: Aarav, Rohan, Arjun, Nikhil, Vivan, Akshat, Ayaansh, Rajveer, Ranveer, Sahaj, Saharsh, Zorawar, Anmol, Reyaansh, Uday, Chaitanya, Charvik, Hridaan, Karanveer, Sparsh, Zoravar
