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Miraya

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Pronounced MEER-aya /ˈmir.eɪæ/Low

Meaning: An elaboration of Meera/Mira (the devotional poet-saint Mirabai), with Sanskrit-based interpretations such as 'worthy of admiration', 'ocean', or 'devotee of Krishna'. Exact meaning varies by source.Low

In 30 seconds: Miraya is an Indian girl's name, an elaboration of Meera or Mira, with its exact Sanskrit-based sense varying by source.
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Origin LowIndian, Sanskrit
MeaningAn elaboration of Meera/Mira (the devotional poet-saint Mirabai), with Sanskrit-based interpretations such as 'worthy of admiration', 'ocean', or 'devotee of Krishna'. Exact meaning varies by source.
U.S. rank (2025)#2741 ↘ Falling
2025 U.S. births63 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2024
Total births (all-time)≈ 959

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202419912025

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

The name expands on Meera and Mira, tied to the devotional poet-saint Mirabai, and its meaning is genuinely disputed across sources. Interpretations offered include 'worthy of admiration', 'ocean', or 'devotee of Krishna', with no single settled definition. The honest position is that the precise meaning is uncertain.

What is steady is its devotional flavor, drawn from the beloved Mira tradition. The added syllable gives it a softer, more ornate sound than the plain Mira.

Did you know? The meaning usually attached to Miraya is 'origin uncertain', and that core idea is what gives the name most of its long-term appeal.
Overall data confidence 55%
Behind the Name - Miraya — etymology, usage, pronunciation, and related formsU.S. Social Security Administration — 2024 popularity rank and count supplied in the batch input CSV

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Mira— The base name Miraya elaborates on
Meera— The other spelling Miraya grows from, tied to Mirabai
Maya— Shares the closing '-aya' sound and Indian usage
Amaya— Echoes the soft '-aya' ending and flowing rhythm

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Miraya mean?

Miraya is usually explained as meaning 'origin uncertain' and is most often linked with Uncertain tradition.

How do you pronounce Miraya?

It's commonly said MEER-aya /ˈmir.eɪæ/.

Is Miraya a boy or girl name?

In this batch and in recent U.S. usage data, Miraya is used as a girl name.

How popular is Miraya?

In 2024, Miraya ranked #1985 in the U.S. for girls, with 99 births recorded.

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