# What Does the Name Priya Mean?

Priya is a girl name of Sanskrit origin. It means “beloved”.

**Origin:** Sanskrit

  **Gender:** girl

  **Pronunciation:** PREE-yuh

The name Priya comes from Sanskrit roots, where it carries the meaning “beloved”. It is pronounced PREE-yuh.

Is Priya a boy or girl name? Priya is traditionally used as a girl name.

## More Sanskrit names

- [**Shreya**beautiful, auspicious](/baby-name-shreya-meaning/)
- [**Tara**star](/baby-name-tara-sanskrit-meaning/)
- [**Diya**lamp, light](/baby-name-diya-meaning/)

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## Frequently asked questions

### What is the meaning of Priya?

Priya means “beloved”. It is a name of Sanskrit origin.

### What origin is the name Priya?

Priya is of Sanskrit origin.

### Is Priya a boy or girl name?

Priya is traditionally a girl name.