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Pria
Pronounced PREE-ah /ˈpri.ɑ/High
Meaning: A form/spelling of Priya — from the Sanskrit priya, 'beloved; dear; cherished'Low
Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.
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History & Origin
Pria is a form/spelling of Priya — from the Sanskrit priya, 'beloved; dear; cherished'. A sweet, classic name (said 'PREE-ah').
In the U.S. it appears in Indian families. Rare in this form, beloved-and-dear at the root, and sweet.
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What does the name Pria mean?
Pria is a form of Priya — Sanskrit 'beloved; dear; cherished'.
How do you pronounce Pria?
It's said PREE-ah /ˈpri.ɑ/ — two syllables, stress on the first.
Is Pria a boy or girl name?
Pria is a girl's name.
How popular is Pria?
Pria is a very rare name in the U.S.













