Priya
/PREE-yah/ Sanskrit Female 2 syllables
Meaning & Origin
Priya is a Sanskrit name meaning "Beloved, dear". Sanskrit priya
Quick Facts
Language Sanskrit
Gender Female
Syllables 2
Phonetic PREE-yah
IPA /ˈpriːjə/
Pronunciation Tip
Say it as PREE-yah. Stress falls on the second syllable. Keep the original Sanskrit phonetics — don't anglicize the sounds.
Famous People Named Priya
- · Priya Dutt - Indian Politician
- · Priya Anand - Indian Actress
- · Priya Tendulkar - Indian Actress
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