Meaning: Beloved; dear
The story
Priya means dear or beloved in Sanskrit. Its simple affectionate meaning works within a brief, flowing name.
Nicknames
- Pri
- Pree
Spellings & variants
- Preeya
- Priyaa
- Priyah
Popularity
Uncommon
Outside the US top 1,000.
Style
Origins
Priya comes from Sanskrit.
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