Miya

Meaning increasing beauty
Origin African, Japanese
Gender Girl
Popularity Moderate
Length 4
Syllables 2
Syllabification Mi-ya

About Miya

Miya, a delightful and versatile name, has captivated parents across different cultures for its beauty and meaningful origins. With Japanese and African roots, Miya holds diverse interpretations that add to its allure.

In the Japanese context, Miya signifies "beautiful", "temple", or "shrine", instilling a sense of elegance and spiritual significance. In African languages, Miya is often interpreted as "a gift from God" or "beloved", emphasizing the precious nature of the name.

Parents seeking variations of Miya have options like Miyah, Miah, Miyako (Japanese), or Meya (African), allowing them to tailor the name to their preferences while retaining its essence.

The name Miya has adorned numerous famous women, including actresses like Miya Cech and Miya George, adding a touch of stardom to its charm. Moreover, various fictional characters bearing the name, such as Miya Yamashiro from "Fate/stay night" and Miya Atsumu from "Haikyuu!!", have made it even more beloved in pop culture.

As parents search for a unique and meaningful name for their baby girl, Miya stands out as an enchanting choice that embraces cultural diversity and embodies grace. With its rich origins, famous namesakes, and fictional representations, Miya promises to be a name that leaves a lasting impression on all who encounter it.

Variations of Name Miya

Miyah
Miah
Miyako
Meya

Nicknames for Miya

Mi
Mimi
Yaya
Mia
Miya

Famous People Named Miya

Miya CechAmerican actress
Miya GeorgeIndian actress
Miya FolickAmerican singer-songwriter
Miya KoshiroJapanese model and TV personality
Miya HimiJapanese manga artist
Miya AndoJapanese-American artist
Miya AsamaJapanese long-distance runner
Miya TachibanaJapanese rhythmic gymnast
Miya MatsudaJapanese footballer
Miya HottaJapanese voice actress
Miya KwonKorean-American writer and activist
Miya GranatellaAmerican entrepreneur and fashion designer
Miya HoustonBritish chef and restaurateur
Miya AliAmerican author and speaker
Miya ZakiEgyptian film director
Miya ShinmaJapanese actress and singer
Miya MuqiChinese actress and model
Miya GuChinese-American mathematician
Miya OhkiJapanese illustrator

Characters Named Miya

Miya YamashiroCharacter in the anime "Fate/stay night"
Miya I. HillCharacter in the novel "Sweet Little Lies" by Caz Frear
Miya EdolasCharacter in the manga series "Fairy Tail"
Miya AtsumuCharacter in the manga series "Haikyuu!!"
Miya OsamuCharacter in the manga series "Haikyuu!!"
Miya ChinenCharacter in the anime "Kodocha"
Miya RurikaCharacter in the visual novel "Happiness!"
Miya TachibanaCharacter in the anime "Amagami SS"
Miya I.Character in the visual novel "Amnesia"
Miya SuouCharacter in the visual novel "Tokyo Babel"
Miya HimemiyaCharacter in the anime "Aikatsu Friends!"
Miya HigashikataCharacter in the manga series "JoJolion"
Miya TanakaCharacter in the manga series "Aoharu x Machinegun"
Miya AsamaCharacter in the manga series "Saki"
Miya AmaneCharacter in the visual novel "I/O"
Miya KurehaCharacter in the anime "Flip Flappers"
Miya MiyaoCharacter in the visual novel "Amairo Islenauts"
Miya SatsukiCharacter in the manga series "Kaguya-sama - Love is War"
MiyaCharacter in the anime "Glasslip"
Miya RikuCharacter in the light novel series "In Another World with My Smartphone"