Naia

#60 in Puerto Rico

Meaning of Naia

Naia is a beautiful and unique name for a baby girl. It has various pronunciations across different languages, but the American English and British English pronunciations are the same, pronounced as NYE-uh (/naɪə/). In Spanish, it is pronounced as NAH-yah (/na.ja/). Naia has a diverse origin, with roots in both Greek and Basque cultures. In Greek mythology, Naia was one of the nymphs who protected rivers and springs. The name is also associated with water-related qualities such as purity and tranquility. It is worth noting that Naia can be spelled as Naya, which adds another layer of versatility to this charming name. Although not extremely popular, Naia has been steadily gaining popularity in recent years in the United States. With its unique sound and meaningful associations, Naia is an excellent choice for parents seeking a distinctive yet elegant name for their baby girl.

Pronunciation

Spanish

  • Pronunced as NAH-yah (/'na.ja/)

English

  • Pronunced as NYE-uh (/'naɪə/)

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Notable People Named Naia

Naia Butler-Craig is a science communicator and an American aerospace engineer.
Naia Izumi is an American virtuoso guitarist and singer-songwriter hailing from Columbus, Georgia.
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