Miya

Meaning of Miya

Miya has multiple meanings depending on the kanji used. Common meanings include "temple", "shrine", or "three arrows".

Miya has Japanese roots — browse every Japanese baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Miya

After ranking as high as #877 in 2007, Miya has fallen out of the US top 1,000 as of 2025.

Notable people named Miya

• Miya Masaoka
  Japanese-American composer, musician
• Miya Cech
  American actress
• Miya Folick
  American singer-songwriter
• Miya Turnbull
  Canadian artist
• Miya Mucci
  Italian-American model

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Questions about the name Miya

What does the name Miya mean?

Miya means miya has multiple meanings depending on the kanji used. common meanings include "temple", "shrine", or "three arrows", and it comes from Japanese origins.

Is Miya a boy's or a girl's name?

Miya is most commonly used as a girl's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Miya?

Miya did not appear in the top 1,000 baby names in 2025, which makes it a genuinely uncommon pick.

When was Miya most popular?

Miya peaked at #877 in 2007.