NAME PROFILE
Kaiya
Kaiya is a Japanese name meaning 'forgiveness' or 'ocean.' it has a modern, sophisticated energy and suggests a person who is observant, creative, and possesses a steady confidence.
Key Stats
| Total births | 8,620 |
| Gender | Female (0% / 100%) |
| Peak year | 2002 |
| Peak generation | Gen Z |
| First recorded | 1984 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
CA — 23%NY — 21%IL — 19%GA — 19%MI — 18%
Notable People
Kaiya Jones (Actress) · Kaiya Ruiter (Athlete) · Kaiya Smith (Public figure) · Kaiya Brown (Public figure) · Kaiya Gray (Public figure)
Nicknames & Diminutives
Kai
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