Kaiya

#77 in Hawaii

Meaning of Kaiya

Kaiya is a charming and unique name for girls, pronounced KY-uh (/kaɪjə/). It has roots in both Japanese and Hawaiian cultures, adding to its exotic appeal. In Japanese, Kaiya can mean "forgiveness" or "ocean," reflecting qualities of serenity and depth. The Hawaiian association brings to mind the natural beauty and tranquility of the islands. This name has seen a steady rise in popularity in the United States over recent decades, with notable increases in occurrences each year since the early 1980s. Kaiya reached its highest rank of 650 in 2002. A variation of this name is Kaia, which shares similar cultural richness and phonetic charm. With its beautiful meaning and multicultural background, Kaiya offers a distinct yet approachable choice for parents seeking a meaningful name for their daughters.

Pronunciation

Japanese,Hawaiian

  • Pronunced as KY-uh (/kaɪjə/)

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Notable People Named Kaiya

Kaiya Ruiter is a Canadian figure skater known for her achievements as a two-time ISU Challenger Series silver medalist and the 2023 Canadian national silver medalist.
Kaiya Jones is a Scottish-born Australian actress known for her roles in Neighbours and The Saddle Club, as well as for writing and directing the short film Coping.
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