UK girl's name
Sariya
A feminine name of Semitic origin meaning "princess" or "queen".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2020. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Sariya is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Sariya popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2020 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5493, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2009, with 6 births.
This profile covers 26 England and Wales registrations across 7 recorded years from 2003 to 2020. 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.
The latest count is about 50% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 26 living people in the UK are called Sariya. 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 2021 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Sariya ranked #5493 for girls in England and Wales in 2020, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2009, when 6 girls were registered as Sariya.
- • About 26 living people in the UK are estimated to have Sariya as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#5493
2020
Births in 2020
3
Latest year
Peak year
2009
6 births
Estimated living
26
2026
Meaning
What does Sariya mean?
The name Sariya has its origins in the Arabic language and culture, tracing back to the early medieval period in the Middle East. It is derived from the Arabic word "sariya," which means "traveler" or "journey." The name is believed to have been given to children born during times of travel or migration, symbolizing the journey of life that lay ahead.
One of the earliest recorded mentions of the name Sariya can be found in historical accounts from the 7th century. It is said that a woman named Sariya bint Yazid was a companion of the Prophet Muhammad and played a significant role in the early days of Islam. She is revered for her courage and devotion to the faith.
Throughout history, the name Sariya has been associated with individuals who have embarked on remarkable journeys, both literal and metaphorical. One notable figure was Sariya al-Mulk, a 10th-century Persian princess and scholar renowned for her intellect and patronage of the arts and sciences. Her support for education and cultural development left a lasting impact on the region.
In the 12th century, a woman named Sariya al-Andalusiyya gained prominence as a skilled physician and author in the Andalusian region of present-day Spain. Her medical treatises and writings on philosophy and science were widely celebrated during her lifetime and beyond.
Another historical figure bearing the name Sariya was a 13th-century Sufi mystic and poet from Persia. Her spiritual compositions and teachings on the path of enlightenment continue to inspire seekers of truth and inner peace to this day.
In the realm of literature, Sariya was the name of a character in the epic poem "Siyer-i Nebi," written by the renowned Turkish poet Süleyman Çelebi in the 16th century. This work chronicled the life and teachings of the Prophet Muhammad, and the character of Sariya played a pivotal role in the narrative.
These are just a few examples of the rich history and significance associated with the name Sariya, a name that has transcended time and cultures, carrying with it the essence of journeys, both physical and spiritual.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Sariya over time
The chart below shows babies named Sariya registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2003 to 2020. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Sariya, the clearest high point is 2009. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2020, compared with 6 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Sariya by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Sariya 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | #5493 | 3 | 1 |
| 2010s | #5312 | 7 | 2 |
| 2000s | #4207 | 16 | 4 |
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- Sara 14,205
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FAQ
Sariya: questions and answers
How popular is the name Sariya in the UK right now?
In 2020, Sariya was ranked #5493 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Sariya most popular?
The peak year on record was 2009, with 6 babies registered as Sariya in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Sariya?
A feminine name of Semitic origin meaning "princess" or "queen".
How many people are called Sariya in the UK?
A total of 26 babies have been registered as Sariya across the 7 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.