Arya, of Sanskrit origin, translates to 'noble' or 'pure'. It's a unisex name, popular among various cultures worldwide. Pronounced /ˈɑːriə/, Arya gained prominence through characters in popular media like Game of Thrones and The Matrix. In Hinduism, it also refers to the soul or self.
The name Arya has seen a significant increase in popularity over the past few decades, with notable spikes since around 2000. The year 2002 marked a turning point with 79 births, the highest yet recorded. This trend continued, peaking at 114 births in 2008. However, from 2016 onwards, there has been a decline in the number of babies named Arya, reaching a recent low of 56 births in 2023. Over the entire period from 1982 to 2023, there have been a total of 2222 babies named Arya.