Inaya
Inaya is a girl name of Arabic origin meaning “Care, solicitude”, pronounced ee-NY-ah. It ranked #776 in the United States in 2025, given to 350 babies, and peaked at #738 in 2023. Common nicknames: Ina, Naya.
How popular is Inaya in the United States?
Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA). Based on all Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
What does Inaya mean, and where does it come from?
Inaya is the Arabic 'inaya, meaning care, concern or providence — the attentive looking-after that the word implies in everyday Arabic and the divine care it can carry in religious use. It is common across the Middle East, Pakistan and among Muslim families in Britain and North America. The name reached American birth records in 1995 and entered the top thousand in 2022, one of a group of soft Arabic girls' names — with Amira, Aaliyah and Layla — that have moved into general American use over the last two decades.
How is Inaya used around the world?
Inaya is used in 1 languages worldwide.
TypeFemale given name
Linguistic data: Wikidata (CC0). Variants and language usage may vary by region.
What are the nicknames for Inaya?
Similar Names to Inaya
If you like Inaya, you might also consider these names with a similar feel.
Sibling Name Ideas for Inaya
Looking for names that pair well with Inaya? Here are some sibling name suggestions that share a similar style and feel.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Inaya mean?
Inaya is a girl name of Arabic origin meaning "Care, solicitude." Inaya is the Arabic 'inaya, meaning care, concern or providence — the attentive looking-after that the word implies in everyday Arabic and the divine care it can carry in religious use. It is common across the Middle East, Pakistan and among Muslim families in Britain and North America.
How do you pronounce Inaya?
Inaya is pronounced ee-NY-ah. Common variations include Inayah, Enaya, Anaya.
Is Inaya a girl name?
Yes, Inaya is traditionally a girl name. Popular nicknames include Ina, Naya.