"auspicious, fortunate"
Origin: Sanskrit
Language: Hindi
Shreya
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Blessed with fortune and divine beauty
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"beautiful, excellent"
Origin: Sanskrit
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The Story of Shreya
Shreya derives from the Sanskrit root shrī meaning auspiciousness, prosperity, and beauty. Shri (or Sri) is also a title of reverence in Hinduism, associated with Lakshmi, the goddess of wealth and fortune. The name Shreya therefore carries connotations of divine blessing, fortunate beauty, and auspicious beginnings.
Shreya is one of the most popular girl names across India, consistently appearing in top-10 lists in states like Maharashtra, West Bengal, Gujarat, and Karnataka. It gained international visibility through celebrated playback singer Shreya Ghoshal, who has won over 400 awards.
In Hindu culture, Shri is considered a sacred syllable associated with the goddess Lakshmi. By extension, Shreya carries deep spiritual meaning as a name blessed with prosperity and divine grace. The name is considered auspicious for daughters and is widely chosen for its beautiful sound and meaning.
Historical Record
Shreya first appeared in US Social Security records in 1980.
Over 4,975 babies have been named Shreya in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Shreya is past its peak , currently ranked #2,546 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Shreya contains the sacred Sanskrit syllable Shri, associated with Lakshmi the goddess of fortune
- Singer Shreya Ghoshal has won more than 400 awards, making her one of Indias most decorated artists
- The root shrī appears in the formal Indian honorific Sri (or Shri) used before names
Shreya in Other Languages
Hindi
श्रेया
Telugu
శ్రేయ
Bengali
শ্রেয়া
Marathi
श्रेया
Sanskrit
श्रेया
Popularity Over Time
#2,546
Current Rank
Stable
Trend
Peaked 2003
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Shreya
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Shreya Dhanwanthary
Actor
1990
Indian actress known for Scam 1992 and other Indian productions
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Shreya Ghoshal
Musician
1984
Indian playback singer with over 400 awards, one of the most acclaimed voices in Indian music
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- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #2,546
- Total SSA Count
- 70
- Cultural Origins
- Indian Hindu Bengali Marathi
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Shrey
Shri
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Frequently Asked Questions About Shreya
What does the name Shreya mean?
"auspicious, fortunate" (from Sanskrit). "beautiful, excellent" (from Sanskrit). Shreya derives from the Sanskrit root shrī meaning auspiciousness, prosperity, and beauty. Shri (or Sri) is also a title of reverence in Hinduism, associated with Lakshmi, the goddess of wealth and fortune. The name Shreya therefore carries connotations of divine blessing, fortunate beauty, and auspicious beginnings.
What is the origin of the name Shreya?
Shreya has Sanskrit, Indian, Hindu, Bengali, and Marathi origins. In Sanskrit, it means "auspicious, fortunate". In Sanskrit, it means "beautiful, excellent".
Is Shreya a boy or girl name?
Shreya is primarily used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Shreya?
Shreya is currently ranked #2546 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Shreya?
Common nicknames for Shreya include Shrey and Shri.
What are good middle names for Shreya?
Popular middle name pairings include Shreya Devi, Shreya Lakshmi, Shreya Nair, Shreya Priya, Shreya Anjali, and Shreya Sharma.
What are good sibling names for Shreya?
Names that pair well with Shreya as siblings include Arjun, Priya, Aditya, Ananya, Rohan, Kavya, and Dhruv.
How many syllables does Shreya have?
Shreya has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Shreya a common or rare name?
Shreya is an uncommon name, ranked #2546 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What girl names are similar to Shreya?
Are there other spellings for Shreya?
Related spellings include Shree.
About the Name Shreya
Shreya is a girl name with Indian, Hindu, Bengali, and Marathi origins . The name means "auspicious, fortunate" in Sanskrit .
Shreya is currently ranked #2,546 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Shreya has 2 syllables, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Shreya include Shrey and Shri. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Shreya include Shree . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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