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Kaya Name Meaning, Origin & History

Name Meaning & Origin

Kaya

"A city in Burkina Faso."

Multiple origins Origin Predominantly Female 📈 Peak 2004 👥 10,753 in US
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Meaning
A city in Burkina Faso.
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Origin
Multiple origins
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US Bearers
10,753
Life Path
Number 11

📖 What Does Kaya Mean?

Kaya is a given name most commonly found in Turkey and Japan.

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Kaya is a given name most commonly found in Turkey and Japan.…

Root Element
Kaya
Core Meaning
"A city in Burkina Faso."
Language

🔢 Numerology of Kaya

K 2
A 1
Y 7
A 1
SUM 11
11
Life Path
Intuition & Insight
2
Soul Urge
Harmony & Diplomacy
9
Personality
Compassion & Idealism

Life Path 11 — Intuition & Insight: Highly intuitive, idealistic, and visionary.

Gender Distribution

♂ Male6%
♀ Female94%

Based on 10,753 US Social Security records

📈 US Popularity

Total US bearers 10,753
Peak year 2004 (561)
First recorded 1968
Last recorded 2024
Gender Predominantly Female
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Historical Journey

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Ancient Roots

Root element "Kaya" emerges in Multiple origins tradition, carrying the core meaning "A city in Burkina Faso.".

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Classical Period

Used in English literary and religious texts, spreading through cultural exchange.

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Medieval Period

Carried across regions through trade, religion, and migration. Multiple spelling variants develop.

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Modern Adoption

Standardized in its current form, established across English-speaking and Muslim communities.

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Today (2026)

~10,753 people named Kaya in the US. Peaked in 2004 with 561 recorded uses.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the numerology number for Kaya?

The Life Path number for Kaya is 11, associated with Intuition & Insight. Soul Urge: 2. Personality: 9.

Is Kaya a boy or girl name?

Kaya is Predominantly Female. Based on US data, 6% male and 94% female.

How many people are named Kaya in the US?

Approximately 10,753 people in the United States are named Kaya. The name peaked in 2004 with 561 recorded uses.

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