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UK girl's name

Lariya

A feminine name of unknown origin and meaning.

For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2014. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.

Lariya is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Lariya popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2014 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5691, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2014, with 3 births.

This profile covers 3 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 2014 to 2014. 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.

Lariya is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.

We estimate that about 3 living people in the UK are called Lariya. 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 2015 or 2026.

Key insights

  • Lariya ranked #5691 for girls in England and Wales in 2014, with 3 registrations.
  • The name peaked in 2014, when 3 girls were registered as Lariya.
  • About 3 living people in the UK are estimated to have Lariya as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.

Latest rank (E&W)

#5691

2014

Births in 2014

3

Latest year

Peak year

2014

3 births

Estimated living

3

2026

Meaning

What does Lariya mean?

Lariya is a feminine given name with its origins in the Sanskrit language, spoken in ancient India. The name is derived from the Sanskrit word "laraa," which means "beloved" or "darling." It is believed to have originated in the Hindu culture during the Vedic period, which spanned from around 1500 BCE to 500 BCE.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Lariya can be found in the ancient Hindu epic, the Mahabharata. In this epic, Lariya is mentioned as the name of a princess who was known for her beauty and grace. However, the details surrounding her character and the specific time period in which she lived are not clearly defined.

Throughout history, the name Lariya has been associated with several notable figures. One of the most famous was Lariya Nanda, a renowned Indian mathematician and astronomer who lived during the 5th century CE. She is credited with making significant contributions to the field of mathematics, particularly in the areas of algebra and trigonometry.

Another prominent figure with the name Lariya was Lariya Devi, a powerful queen who ruled over the Kachhwaha kingdom in Rajasthan, India, during the 16th century. She is remembered for her strong leadership and her role in expanding the kingdom's territories.

In the realm of literature, Lariya Sundari was a celebrated Bengali poet and writer from the 18th century. Her works, which often explored themes of love and devotion, were widely acclaimed and influential during her time.

Moving forward in history, Lariya Kanhere was a prominent Indian social reformer and activist who lived in the 19th century. She was a strong advocate for women's rights and played a pivotal role in the movement to abolish the practice of Sati, a controversial Hindu ritual involving the burning of widows on their husband's funeral pyre.

These are just a few examples of notable individuals throughout history who have borne the name Lariya. While the name may have origins rooted in ancient Sanskrit and Hindu culture, its enduring presence across various periods and regions serves as a testament to its timeless appeal and significance.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

Decades

Lariya by decade

Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Lariya 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
2010s #5691 3 1

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FAQ

Lariya: questions and answers

How popular is the name Lariya in the UK right now?

In 2014, Lariya was ranked #5691 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.

When was Lariya most popular?

The peak year on record was 2014, with 3 babies registered as Lariya in England and Wales.

What is the meaning and origin of Lariya?

A feminine name of unknown origin and meaning.

How many people are called Lariya in the UK?

A total of 3 babies have been registered as Lariya 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.