Chaya
Life and living
Hebrew
Girl · C
Chaya
“Life and living”
About this name
Chaya is a traditional Hebrew name meaning 'life'. It is often given to baby girls as a symbol of vitality and is sometimes added to a child's name during illness to encourage recovery.
It means "Life and living." Chaya has a popularity score of 72 out of 100 in the Anbu Baby catalogue. It is most associated with the 2020s. It is pronounced KHA-yah. It is traditionally associated with Judaism. It is associated with themes of Virtue and Life. Its listed personality traits are Vibrant, Resilient and Kind. It has 2 syllables and 5 letters. Related names in the catalogue include Chana and Eve.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Chaya mean?
The name Chaya means "Life and living."
What origin is the name Chaya?
Chaya is of Hebrew origin.
Is Chaya a boy or girl name?
Chaya is traditionally a girl's name.
How do you pronounce Chaya?
Chaya is pronounced KHA-yah.
Is Chaya popular?
Chaya has a popularity score of 72 out of 100 in the Anbu Baby catalogue. It is most associated with the 2020s.
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