Ligaya
Meaning of Ligaya
Ligaya is a beautiful and unique name for a baby girl. It has its origins in the Filipino language, where it means "joy" or "happiness." The pronunciation of Ligaya is li-GAH-yah (liˈga.ja), and it has a lovely sound that rolls off the tongue. While not as common as some other names, Ligaya has been steadily gaining popularity in the United States. In recent years, there have been occurrences of Ligaya being given to newborns, with the highest ranking being 5 in 2018. This name is associated with positivity and brings to mind feelings of joy and contentment. If you're looking for a name that exudes happiness and optimism, Ligaya would be an excellent choice for your little girl.
Pronunciation
Filipino
- Pronunced as li-GAH-yah (/liˈga.ja/)
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Notable People Named Ligaya
| Ligaya Tiamson-Rubin - Ligaya G. Tiamson-Rubin is a renowned Filipino literary figure and professor at the University of the Philippines Diliman. |
| Ligaya Fernando-Amilbangsa is a Filipino dancer and academic recognized for her work in studying and promoting the pangalay dance tradition of the southern Philippines, and she is a recipient of the Ramon Magsaysay Award. |
