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Shreeya
Pronounced SHREE-yuh /ˈʃriː.jə/Medium
Meaning: A spelling of Shreya/Shriya, from Sanskrit shri — 'auspiciousness; prosperity; radiance; beauty'. Shri is also a name of the goddess Lakshmi, and the word is used as an honorific across India. The divine association is noted respectfully.Medium
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History & Origin
Shreeya is a spelling of Shreya/Shriya, from Sanskrit shri — a word that means auspiciousness, prosperity, radiance and beauty all at once, and that serves as an honorific across India. Shri is also a name of the goddess Lakshmi, and the name's warmth comes partly from that association, which we note respectfully (said 'SHREE-yuh').
In the U.S. it appears only rarely for girls. Rare, auspicious, and warmly rooted.
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Frequently Asked
What does the name Shreeya mean?
Shreeya means 'auspicious; prosperity; beauty' in Sanskrit; shri is also a name of the goddess Lakshmi, which we note respectfully.
How do you pronounce Shreeya?
It's said SHREE-yuh /ˈʃriː.jə/ — two beats, stress on the first.
Is Shreeya a boy or girl name?
Shreeya is a girl's name.
How popular is Shreeya?
Shreeya is a rare spelling in the U.S.; Shreya is the more common form.