Denaya
Meaning of Denaya
Denaya is a feminine given name of modern American origin, pronounced duh-NAY-uh (/dəˈneɪə/), that combines the “De-” prefix with the melodic suffix “-naya,” evoking traditional names such as Diana alongside the Hebrew-rooted Naya (“to give”). While its precise etymology remains uncertain, Denaya aligns with an Anglo-American trend toward inventive compound formations. Since its debut in the early 1980s, the name has maintained a modest yet consistent presence in the United States: annual registrations typically range from five to twenty, corresponding to popularity ranks in the 800s and 900s, and as of 2018 it appeared at 950th place with seven occurrences—hardly enough to dominate a kindergarten yearbook. For parents seeking a name that offers gentle familiarity without crowded popularity, Denaya presents a quietly distinctive choice.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as duh-NAY-uh (/dəˈneɪə/)
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