Grace or favor; also associated with the moon
Chanya is a name with multiple cultural roots. In a Hebrew context, it is often viewed as a variation of Chana, meaning grace or favor. In Thai, it is a popular name meaning 'wise person' or 'philosopher', while in some African dialects, it is associated with the moon.
Less common today
Chanya isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #7,417 in 2006.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Thai-British actress known for the series 'The Stranded'
British film director and screenwriter
