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Aryia

Girl name · 20 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Aryia: 20 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 4 births in 2016.

Aryia is a contemporary variant of the classic Aria or Arya, with roots stretching back to the Sanskrit word “ārya,” meaning “noble” or “honorable.” In Persian, it also connects to “Arya,” an ancient term for the Indo-Iranian peoples, lending the name a sense of ancient nobility. For modern audiences, the most famous bearer is Arya Stark, the fierce and beloved character from George R.R. Martin’s *Game of Thrones* series, which skyrocketed the name’s popularity. While no specific places are named after this spelling, the etymological root appears in the name of Iran (from “Aryan”). This spelling, with the double ‘i,’ is a stylish, feminine adaptation that has grown particularly popular in Scotland in recent years, offering a lyrical twist on a name already rich with literary and historical resonance.