Kaya
Meaning of Kaya
The name Kaya is a beautiful and versatile choice for a baby girl, with rich cultural origins and diverse associations. In Turkish, Kaya means "rock" or "cliff," symbolizing strength and resilience, and is pronounced as KAH-yah (/kaˈja/). In English-speaking countries, it is commonly pronounced as KY-uh (/kaɪ/). The name has a variant spelling, Kaia, which is also popular. Over the years, Kaya has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States. It ranked highest in 2004 at position 541 with 528 occurrences but has generally maintained a steady presence within the top 1000 names since then. Kaya evokes images of natural beauty and steadfastness, making it an appealing choice for parents seeking a name that embodies both elegance and durability.
Pronunciation
Turkish
- Pronunced as KAH-yah (/kaˈja/)
English
- Pronunced as KY-uh (/kaɪ/)
U.S. Popularity Chart
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Notable People Named Kaya
| Kaya Rose Scodelario-Davis is a British actress known for her roles in Skins, the Maze Runner series, Pirates of the Caribbean, and Resident Evil, as well as TV shows like Southcliffe and Spinning Out. |
| Kaya Henderson is an American educator, activist, and civil servant who served as Chancellor of the District of Columbia Public Schools (DCPS) from 2010 to 2016. |
| Kaya Stewart is an English-American singer and songwriter, known for her single "In Love with," and is the daughter of musician Dave Stewart. |
