Kathryn vs Naya

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Naya

Girl #899 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"new, fresh, pure"

Origin: Arabic

Cultural Roots

Arabic Basque Native American American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#899
Total SSA Count
294
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Nay, Nai

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Kathryn Rank #716
Naya Rank #899

Kathryn is more popular, ranked #716 vs #899 for Naya.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Kathryn ___

  • Kathryn Anne
  • Kathryn Elizabeth
  • Kathryn Marie
  • Kathryn Louise
  • Kathryn Grace
  • Kathryn Jane

Naya ___

  • Naya Grace
  • Naya Rose
  • Naya Marie
  • Naya Jade
  • Naya Lynn
  • Naya Pearl

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Kathryn

Margaret Elizabeth William Thomas Eleanor

If you choose Naya

Maya Aria Luna Zara Noa

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kathryn or Naya more popular?

Kathryn is more popular, ranked #716 compared to Naya at #899 in the United States.

What do Kathryn and Naya mean?

Kathryn means "pure, clear" (Greek katharos origin). Naya means "new, fresh, pure" (Arabic origin).

Are Kathryn and Naya boy or girl names?

Kathryn is primarily a girl name. Naya is primarily a girl name.

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