Derya name meaning

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Updated: May 30th, 2024
Gender: Girl
Origin: Iranian, Turkish, Old Persian, Latin and Hebrew
Usage: Turkish
Pronunciation: pronunciation of Derya DERR-yah
Meaning: Sea, River, Possesses a Lot, Wealthy, Rich, Possessor of the Good and Give
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What does Derya mean?

Derya is form of Darya in Turkish language.

How do I pronounce Derya?

DERR-yah is the most common way to pronounce one syllabled Derya. There should be emphasis on first DERR syllable while speaking. There are multiple ways to say the baby name, i.e., d(e)-rya or der-ya.

Variants of Derya

Darya, Darayavahush, Dareios, Darius, Daria, Darina, Dareus, Adarius, Dara, Daarina

How popular is the name Derya?

Derya is a unique baby name in France, it has been in use since 1974 and was able to reach the top 600 names. In 1988, it achieved its highest ever ranking of 597 on girl names chart when 46 babies were named Derya.

There are over 969 babies that have been given the name Derya in France. Derya is an uncommon baby name in United States, even after 23 years of presence it could not make beyond the top 8000.

There are over 150 babies that have been given the name Derya in United States. In England and Wales, it has been in use since 1996 and achieved its top ranking of 2407 in 1998.

In Belgium, it has been in use since 1995 and achieved its top ranking of 534 in 1998. There are over 141 babies that have been given the name Derya in Belgium.

But an extremely popular name in Turkey where every 1 in 600 have the name. As per our research, over 150000 babies have been bestowed Derya around the globe.

YearRankBirths
2023151215
2020120897
2019971010
2018137646
2017106749
2015164015
2014130597
2013165345
2011111739
2008153986
View more ▾View full list ▾[1] Source: Social Security Administration

Facts

Derya in Nordic countries

CountriesMenWomen
First NameSecondary NameFirst NameSecondary Name
Netherlands12565240
Finland00060
Sweden5326233
Norway537581
Denmark601860

Numerological analysis of Derya

You take calculated risks but sometimes you let spontaneity surprise you. You are a born artist even if you won't admit it. You need to be in charge of your emotions otherwise, your emotions will control your mind and life in general, you believe. If the letter D is your cornerstone, you are a determinate, but down to earth and self-reliant. When it comes to career, you prefer to take the easier road but realize soon that it's not the best way.

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  •  Kiral - Kirals origin is Turkish bestowed upon boys, meaning of Kiral is "King" is used majorly in Turkish
  •  Gökhan - Used mostly in Turkish, Gökhan has its origin in Turkish, Gökhan means "Kaan or Gök" is a boy name
  •  Asil - Unconventional and Modernistic Asil is originated from Turkish is used in Arabic and Arabic, Asil means "Of Noble Origin, Pure or High-born" is given to both sexes

Sibling Names for Derya

If you're considering the name Derya for your baby, you might be looking for some inspiration for sibling names. Whether you want to stick with a theme or find names that complement Derya, we've compiled a list of options to help you out. Here are some great sibling names for your little one!

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Names for Derya's brother

Famous people named Derya

  • Derya Alabora, Turkish actress
  • Derya Bard Sarıaltın, Turkish archer of Ukrainian origin
  • Derya Büyükuncu, six-time Olympic backstroke and butterfly swimmer
  • Derya Aktop, Turkish female boxer
  • Derya Durmaz in Saç as Actress
  • Derya Sensoy in Episode dated 5 December 2014 as
  • Derya Arbas is known for her acting in movie Bir günlük ask
  • In 2004, Derya Baykal characterized the role of N in comedy film Cumhurbaskani öteki Türkiye'de.

Sources

  1. Social Security Administration, https://www.ssa.gov/oact/babynames/index.html
  2. Office for National Statistics, https://www.ons.gov.uk/peoplepopulationandcommunity/birthsdeathsandmarriages/livebirths
  3. Institut national de la statistique et des études économiques, https://www.insee.fr/fr/statistiques/2540004
  4. Sociale Verzekeringsbank, https://statbel.fgov.be/en/themes/population/family-names-and-first-names/first-names-boys-and-girls
  5. Office fédéral de la statistique, https://www.bfs.admin.ch/bfs/fr/home/statistiques/population/naissances-deces/prenoms-nouveaux-nes.html
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