Beloved or dear
Derived from the Sanskrit word 'priya', meaning beloved or dear. In Hindu mythology, it is often associated with affection and is a common name for daughters, signifying they are deeply loved.
Less common today
Priya isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #1,105 in 2001.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Indian-American actress
Sister of Raj Koothrappali · The Big Bang Theory
Friend of Meilin Lee · Turning Red
