Life or living one
Vayah is a modern phonetic variation likely derived from the Hebrew name Chayah or the Sanskrit word Vaya. In a Hebrew context, it relates to the concept of life, while in Sanskrit, it can refer to energy, vigor, or age. It is often chosen by parents seeking a unique, airy sound similar to names like Maya or Kaya.
Less common today
Vayah isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #12,607 in 2017.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
