Soraya
/soh-RAH-yah/ Persian Female
Meaning & Origin
Soraya is a Persian name meaning "The Pleiades". While the exact origin is debated, Soraya is most likely of Persian origin, derived from the Persian word 'ثریا' (Sorayya) meaning 'Pleiades'. Some believe it may also have Arabic roots.
Quick Facts
Language Persian
Gender Female
Phonetic soh-RAH-yah
Pronunciation Tip
Say it as soh-RAH-yah. Keep the original Persian phonetics — don't anglicize the sounds.
Famous People Named Soraya
- · Soraya Esfandiary-Bakhtiary - Queen consort of Iran
- · Soraya Arnelas - Spanish singer
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