Lya
girl name#2822 in 2025Lya entered the US charts in 1968, peaked at #2360 in 1968, ranks #2822 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1968–2025
#2822
rank today
#2360
peak (1968)
60
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1960s | #4916 |
| 1970s | #8061 |
| 1980s | #10912 |
| 1990s | #12153 |
| 2000s | #8108 |
| 2010s | #3985 |
| 2020s | #3041 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Lya has been most popular in Texas, California, Florida.
Living bearers
About 1,000 people named Lya are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Lya is a kid of about 9 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Lya in 2025?
- Lya ranks #2822 among US girl names in 2025, with 60 babies given the name.
- When was the name Lya most popular?
- Lya peaked in 1968, reaching #2360 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Lya with classmates?
- Lya will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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