Priya is a beautiful Indian baby name for a girl with Sanskrit origins. Beloved; dear one.

What does Priya mean?

Priya (प्रिया) means 'beloved', 'dear one', or 'that which is loved' in Sanskrit. It is one of the 108 names of Goddess Lakshmi. In classical Sanskrit literature, the word priya appears in almost every love poem.

Why Indian families love Priya

Over 80+ Indian families have chosen the name Priya and personalised it on a Zoey bag or nightsuit — making it one of the real names from our community of Indian parents.

Name details

• Meaning: Beloved; dear one
• Origin: Sanskrit
• Gender: Girl
• Starting letter: P

Famous people named Priya

• Priyanka Chopra — global Bollywood and Hollywood star, former Miss World 2000, known for Quantico and Citadel.

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