Dunya Name Meaning, Popularity and Origins
Origin:
Arabic
Gender Distribution:
0% Masculine / 100% Feminine
Meaning:
Dunya means 'world' or 'earth' in Arabic.
Meaning of the Name Dunya
Dunya is a feminine name of Arabic origin. It is derived from the Arabic word for 'world' or 'earth'. The name is often given to symbolize a connection to the earth, nature, and the world at large. It carries a sense of groundedness and appreciation for the beauty and diversity of the world. Dunya can also be seen as a reminder of our place in the world and our responsibility to take care of it.
Popularity of the Name Dunya
The popularity for the name Dunya peaked in popularity in the year 2022 with 36 births, which ranked number 7,273 out of 29,174 unique names for that year. Dunya had the most female births in 2022 with 36, which ranked number 4,016 out of 17,660 female names for that year. The number of births for the name Dunya has increased sharply over the last ten years from 13 births to 36 births, an increase of 176.92%. Among females, Dunya has increased sharply in popularity over the last ten years from 13 births to 36 births, an increase of 176.92%.
Nationwide Popularity of Dunya
- 20 Year Trend of Dunya: 227.27%
- 10 Year Trend of Dunya: 176.92%
- 10 Year Female Trend of Dunya: 176.92%
Popularity of Dunya by State
Among females, Dunya was most popular in Western states with 10 births in the region. It was most commonly used in CA, with 10 female births. See below for a full state by state breakdown of the name Dunya. States with less than five births recorded will not be shown.
| State | Male Births | Male Gender Rank | Female Births | Female Gender Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CA | < 5 | N/A | 10 | 2045 |
2024 Popularity Projections for Dunya
- Total Births of Dunya: 40 (10.72%)
- Female Births of Dunya: 40 (10.72%)
Given the upward trend of Dunya over the last 10 years, we expect this to continue in 2024 with roughly a 10.72% increase in total births, for a total of 40 births in 2024. For Females, births for Dunya have been increasing over the past 10 years, and we expect roughly 40 female births in 2024, an increase of 10.72%.