Chaya is a female given name of Hebrew origin, meaning "life" or "living". It is often associated with the tree of life in Jewish tradition. The name Chaya is pronounced /'χa.ja/ and is composed of three letters: chet (ח), yud (י), and aleph (א). In ancient Hebrew scripture, it was written as חיה. Chaya has been used for centuries among Jewish communities around the world and has gained popularity in other cultures in recent years due to its unique sound and meaning. It is also a popular given name for girls in India, where it means "shadow" or "reflection".
In two decades (1981 to 1999), only 10 children were named Chaya. Five babies were given this name each in 1981 and 1989.