Berry; or a variant of Baya meaning distinguished
Bayah is a rare name with multiple potential roots. It is often used as a modern phonetic spelling of the English word 'berry' or as a variation of the Arabic name Baya, which signifies someone who is distinguished or clear. In some contexts, it is also viewed as a creative diminutive of names like Elizabeth or Bailey.
Less common today
Bayah isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #9,708 in 2011.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
