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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Kernel, seed
- Origin
- Irish (phoneticized form of Eithne)
- Gender
- Girl
- Pronunciation
- EN-yah
Enya is a free-spirited, boho, worldly name for a girl, pronounced EN-yah. It's an Irish name, a phoneticized form of Eithne, and it means "kernel" or "seed."
Meaning & Origin of Enya
Meaning: Kernel, seed.
Origin: Irish (phoneticized form of Eithne).
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Enya
EN-yahIPA /ˈɛnjə/
Popularity of Enya
Enya peaked at #2164 in 2002, when 77 baby girls were given the name. By 2024 it had slipped to #4126, with 35 girls receiving it.
Names Like Enya
These names share Enya’s style, era or origin.
FAQ
What does the name Enya mean?
Kernel, seed. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Enya?
Enya is pronounced EN-yah (IPA: /ˈɛnjə/).
Is Enya a popular name right now?
Enya peaked at #2164 in 2002 and is ranked #4126 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1989–2024.)
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