Kaya

Q: What is the origin of Kaya?

Kaya is of Turkish origin. The name carries significant cultural meaning and has been used across generations within its origin tradition.

Q: Is Kaya a girl name?

Kaya is traditionally a girl name. Modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal choice and cultural context.

female

Updated 7 months ago

Meaning

"Restful Place"

Kaya appears across several languages and naming systems, with meanings varying by origin and not fully uniform.

Themes:multiculturalshortnaturemodern

Modern Contemporary

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This name has been verified against authoritative sources including SSA data, etymology databases, and cultural naming traditions.

Popularity History of Kaya

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

#966Top 1000

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Yearly Ranking Snapshot

Pick any SSA release year to inspect that year's national ranking and how it changed from the year before.

Year

Selected Year Rank

#966

Kaya was nationally ranked in 2024.

Change Vs Previous Year

+58

better than 2023

Data Source

Popularity rankings are based on official data from the Social Security Administration (SSA), which tracks baby name applications in the United States.

Last updated: 2024 • Data source updated annually

Kaya Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Kaya.

8 ideas

kayy

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kaya

Nickname

kie

Nickname

kayaie

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Baby Name Lists That Include Kaya

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Kaya mean?

Kaya means "Restful Place". Kaya appears across several languages and naming systems, with meanings varying by origin and not fully uniform.

What is the origin of Kaya?

Kaya is of Turkish origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.

How popular is the name Kaya?

According to the latest SSA data, Kaya is currently ranked #966 in the United States. The name has shown interesting trends over the past century, with popularity varying based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Is Kaya a girl name?

Kaya is traditionally a girl name. However, modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal preference.

What are good nicknames for Kaya?

Popular nicknames for Kaya include kayy, kaya, kie, ky, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.

What names are similar to Kaya?

There are many names similar to Kaya in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginTurkish, Japanese, Scandinavian

Syllables2

Length4 letters

US Rank#966

Trend↑ Rising

Starts withK

Sibling Ideas

Brothers

Eren Evren Aydin Aydan Aidyn

Sisters

Iyla Aylin Aleyna Alara Ayda

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