Enya
e-nya,
en-ya
US Popularity:5696
Origin:Irish
Meaning:Kernel, grain; Little fire
Enya, as a girl's name, is of Irish origins and means “kernel” or “grain.” Enya is the Anglicized version of Eithne and was popularized by the Irish singer of the same name. It can also be linked to Aidan, signifying “little fire.” One St. Eithne, known as “of the golden hair,” was the daughter of Leoghaire, Ard Rí of Ireland, when St. Patrick first visited. Today, Enya is a much-loved classic along the Emerald Aisle and is sure to put fire in the belly of your little one.
Enya Name Popularity Data
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Enya is currently #2347 on The Bump
Girl:Enya is currently #1030 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Enya is currently #5696 in U.S. births
Girl:Enya is currently #2276 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2023
#5696
in 2023
+ 1415
from 2022
Sources
Behind the Name, Enya, January 2022
Behind the Name, Eithne, January 2022
Name Doctor, Enya
New Advent, Saint Eithne
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