Rising since 2007, #2,368 for girls today.
Popularity of Roya since 1955
Babies named Roya per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 19 |
| 1960s | 42 |
| 1970s | 99 |
| 1980s | 234 |
| 1990s | 275 |
| 2000s | 219 |
| 2010s | 392 |
| 2020s | 343 |
Meaning & origin
Roya, a Persian name meaning 'dream' or 'vision', has seen a modest but notable presence in the United States since it first appeared on the Social Security list in 1955. While its rank of 2,368 (as of 2025) places it well outside the top 1,000, the name's trajectory has been steadily rising since 2007, reaching its peak in the same year. This upward trend, combined with its appealing sound and poetic meaning, has contributed to a growing awareness among parents. Geographically, the name has been most frequently chosen in Washington, California, and Florida. Roya's gentle, melodic quality and cross-cultural appeal make it a distinctive yet accessible choice.
Roya is a Persian name derived from the word 'roya' (رویا), meaning 'dream' or 'vision'. In Persian poetics, it carries connotations of a sweet dream or a fond hope. The name has been used consistently in Iran and among Persian-speaking communities, occasionally adopted by other cultures for its melodic sound.
Where Roya is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Roya” around the world
Where Roya lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
5
babies in 2024
Quebec
5
babies in 2025
Sources: INSEE (France) · Retraite Québec (Quebec).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Roro, Roya-joon
Variants: Ruya, Roja
Sibling names for Roya
Names that share Roya's style, for a brother or sister.
