Darya
Darya is a Muslim girl name meaning “Sea, great river”.
| Meaning | Sea, great river |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Persian |
| Arabic spelling | دریا |
| Pronunciation | dar-YAH |
| Muslim name? | Used by Muslims |
Meaning and origin of Darya
Darya is the Persian word for sea, also used for great rivers such as the Amu Darya in Central Asia. As a girl's name it suggests depth and generosity. It is popular in Iran, Afghanistan and Tajikistan, and the Turkish name Derya comes from the same word. The Russian name Darya (Daria) sounds similar but comes from a different, Greek-Persian route.
Is Darya a Muslim name?
Yes, in practice. Darya is a Persian name meaning sea, used by Muslim families in Iran, Afghanistan and Central Asia.
Where is the name Darya used?
Common in Iran and Afghanistan; Derya is the Turkish equivalent.
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Spellings and variants of Darya
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- Afghan & Pashto Muslim names guide
- Persian Muslim names guide
- Central Asian & Caucasus Muslim names guide
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Darya mean?
Darya means 'Sea, great river'. It comes from Persian.
Is Darya a Muslim name?
Yes, in practice. Darya is a Persian name meaning sea, used by Muslim families in Iran, Afghanistan and Central Asia.
How do you write Darya in Arabic?
Darya is written دریا in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Darya?
Darya is pronounced dar-YAH.