Kanya

Meaning of Kanya

Kanya, pronounced KAHN-yah, is a unisex name that sparkles with Indian and Thai soul. In Sanskrit, it means “maiden,” evoking the earthy grace of the Virgo constellation in Indian astrology, and in Thai it carries that same sense of youthful promise. Though still rare—just seven little Kanyas arrived in the U.S. in 2023—it shines like a hidden lotus bud waiting to bloom. Playful, warm, and full of quiet confidence, Kanya weaves heritage and hope into one bright, memorable syllable.

Pronunciation

Thai

• Pronunced as KAHN-yah (/kɑn.já​/)

• Kaniya
• Kania
• Kanaya
• Kanyah
• Kanyia