The nameJaya
Jaya is a girl's name of Indian origin.
- Girl's name
- Sanskrit
Meaning
From the Sanskrit jaya, "victory".
Origin
Sanskrit.
History
In France it has risen since the 2010s.
Popularity of the name Jaya
Jaya in France
1180thmost popular girls' name in France, latest official figures
2022peak year (45 births)
670babies named Jaya in France since 1900
Jaya was most popular in France in the 2010s, with 330 births over the decade, 49% of all recorded babies named Jaya. Its rise began around 1999, and it peaked in 2022. Half of all babies named Jaya in France were born before 2016, so it is mostly a name of today's children and teenagers. Over the last five years on record, its popularity has held steady at around 36 births a year.
Jaya in our baby name lists
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Jaya mean?
From the Sanskrit jaya, "victory".
What is the origin of the name Jaya?
Sanskrit.
Is Jaya a girl's or a boy's name?
Jaya is a girl's name.