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At a Glance: Name: Darya – Meaning: sea – Origin: Persian – Gender: Girl – Pronunciation: DAR-yah
Darya is a Persian name that means "sea," and it's said DAR-yah. It suits a girl whose parents picture something free-spirited and a little boho, with a worldly, outdoorsy, nature-inspired feel that still comes across as clean and modern.
Meaning & Origin of Darya
Meaning: Sea.
Origin: Persian.
How to Pronounce Darya
Phonetic: DAR-yah IPA: /ˈdɑːrjə/
Popularity of Darya
Darya ranked #3280 in 2024 with 48 babies given the name, and that's both its latest and its highest rank in the Social Security data, which covers 1961 through 2024. It's still an uncommon name, so a Darya is unlikely to share her name with many classmates.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1961–2024.
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FAQ
What does the name Darya mean?
Sea.
How do you pronounce Darya?
Darya is pronounced DAR-yah (IPA: /ˈdɑːrjə/).
Is Darya a popular name right now?
Darya is at its highest recorded popularity right now, ranked #3280 in 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1961–2024.)
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