New, bright, or desire
Neya is a name with multiple potential roots, often cited as a modern variation of the Sanskrit name Naya, meaning 'new' or 'guide'. In some Slavic contexts, it is used as a diminutive or a short form of names ending in -neya, while in other traditions it is associated with brightness or purpose. Its rarity in the United States makes it a distinctive choice for parents seeking a short, vowel-heavy name.
Less common today
Neya isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #7,007 in 2009.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
