UK girl's name
Joia
A feminine name of Portuguese origin meaning "jewel".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2004. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Joia is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Joia popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2004 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4598, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2004, with 3 births.
This profile covers 3 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 2004 to 2004. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
Joia is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 3 living people in the UK are called Joia. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2005 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Joia ranked #4598 for girls in England and Wales in 2004, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2004, when 3 girls were registered as Joia.
- • About 3 living people in the UK are estimated to have Joia as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4598
2004
Births in 2004
3
Latest year
Peak year
2004
3 births
Estimated living
3
2026
Meaning
What does Joia mean?
The name Joia has its origins in the Portuguese language, tracing back to the late 15th century. It is derived from the Portuguese word "joia," meaning "jewel" or "gem," which itself stems from the Latin word "jocale," meaning "plaything" or "jewel." This name was likely given as a term of endearment, reflecting the preciousness and beauty associated with a child.
One of the earliest recorded uses of the name Joia can be found in the 16th-century Portuguese literature, where it was occasionally used as a female given name. However, its widespread popularity did not emerge until much later, particularly in Brazil, where it gained traction in the 19th and 20th centuries.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Joia. One such figure was Joia de Oliveira (1885-1964), a Brazilian writer and journalist known for her contributions to the feminist movement in Brazil. Another notable bearer of the name was Joia Mukherjee (1940-2011), an Indian classical dancer and choreographer renowned for her performances and teachings in the Odissi dance form.
In the realm of sports, Joia Pereira (born 1988) is a Brazilian volleyball player who has represented her country in several international competitions, including the Olympic Games. Joia Thome (born 1994) is another Brazilian athlete, a professional tennis player who has achieved notable success on the WTA Tour.
Moreover, the name Joia has also been associated with individuals in the arts and entertainment industry. Joia Arashiro (born 1986) is a Japanese singer and actress, known for her roles in various television dramas and films. Joia Allin (born 1963) is an American actress and model, best recognized for her appearances in several popular television series and movies in the 1980s and 1990s.
While not an exhaustive list, these examples demonstrate the diverse backgrounds and accomplishments of individuals who have carried the name Joia throughout history, reflecting the beauty and value associated with this name across cultures and generations.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Decades
Joia by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Joia was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000s | #4598 | 3 | 1 |
Related
Names similar to Joia
- Jessica 105,041
- Jasmine 35,227
- Jade 19,646
- Julia 11,780
- Jennifer 11,529
- Jodie 9,357
- Jemima 6,454
- Josephine 5,889
- Jessie 5,418
- Josie 5,284
- Jasmin 4,706
- Jenna 4,646
FAQ
Joia: questions and answers
How popular is the name Joia in the UK right now?
In 2004, Joia was ranked #4598 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Joia most popular?
The peak year on record was 2004, with 3 babies registered as Joia in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Joia?
A feminine name of Portuguese origin meaning "jewel".
How many people are called Joia in the UK?
A total of 3 babies have been registered as Joia across the 1 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.