Ariya
Ariya is a Buddhist unisex name of Pali origin, meaning “Noble, spiritually advanced”.
| Meaning | Noble, spiritually advanced |
|---|---|
| Gender | Unisex |
| Origin | Pali |
| Written as | อริยะ |
| Pronunciation | AH-ri-yah |
| Tradition | Buddhist |
| Used in | Thailand, Sri Lanka, Myanmar |
Meaning and origin of Ariya
Ariya is the Pali equivalent of Sanskrit arya, 'noble'. In the Buddhist scriptures it is the word behind the 'Noble Truths' (ariya-sacca) and the 'Noble Eightfold Path', and an ariya-puggala is a person who has reached one of the stages of awakening. In Thailand the word is used in names and titles, and Ariya is given to both boys and girls. In English-speaking countries the same spelling also appears as a variant of the unrelated name Aria.
Is Ariya a Buddhist name?
Ariya is one of the key words of Theravada Buddhism, describing the noble path and those who walk it.
How popular is Ariya?
Used as a given name in Thailand and among Theravada Buddhists; rare elsewhere as a Buddhist name.
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Spellings and variants of Ariya
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Ariya mean?
Ariya means 'Noble, spiritually advanced'. It is of Pali origin.
Is Ariya a Buddhist name?
Ariya is one of the key words of Theravada Buddhism, describing the noble path and those who walk it.
How do you pronounce Ariya?
Ariya is pronounced AH-ri-yah.
Is Ariya a boy or girl name?
Ariya is used for both boys and girls.