Door or valley
Toya is often used as a diminutive of Victoria or Latoya, but it also has independent roots. In Japanese, it can be derived from kanji meaning 'door' and 'valley,' while in Spanish-speaking cultures, it is frequently a pet name for Victoria. It gained popularity in the United States during the mid-to-late 20th century, particularly within the African American community.
Less common today
Toya isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #2,445 in 1990.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
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