Kanya
Kanya is a girl baby name. Ranked #22,471 in the US, popular nicknames include Kan, Kay, and Kanie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Kanya first appeared in US Social Security records in 1972.
Over 593 babies have been named Kanya in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Kanya is past its peak , currently ranked #22,471 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #22,471
- Total SSA Count
- 7
Nicknames
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Also a Boy Name
Kanya is also used as a boy name, ranked #27583.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Kanya
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About the Name Kanya
Kanya is a girl name .
Is Kanya a boy or girl name? Kanya is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #22,471 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #27,583. Kanya is more commonly used as a girl name.
Kanya is currently ranked #22,471 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Kanya include Kan, Kay, and Kanie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis