Will my child share the name Riya with classmates?

Unlikely. With around 48 UK babies named Riya per year, your child will almost certainly be the only Riya in their class, and possibly the only one in the whole school.

Is Riya becoming more or less popular in the UK?

Riya is declining: down 159 places since 2020, to #763 in 2025. It peaked at #359 in 2006.

Is Riya a good choice for a distinctive name?

Riya is a distinctive choice sitting outside the mainstream UK top names. Parents choosing less common names often find their children appreciate the individuality as they grow up, rarely needing to add an initial to distinguish themselves.

Who are some famous people named Riya?

Notable people named Riya include: Riya Bhatia, Riya (singer) and Riya Sokół.

Is Riya a popular baby name in the United States?

Riya does not appear in the US top 1,000 baby names, making it a distinctively British choice.

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Riya is a distinctive choice, ranked #763 in 2025. Your child is likely to be the only Riya in their class.

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UK Rank 2025

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About the Name Riya

Riya is gradually declining in popularity, having dropped 72 places over five years. Its high point was #359 in 2006, and it now sits at #676. The name has been a consistent presence in UK records since 1996.

Riya is uncommon in the UK, so your child is very likely to be the only Riya in their class.

⭐ Famous People Named Riya

Riya Bhatia — Riya Bhatia is an Indian professional tennis player.
Riya (singer) — Riya (born February 18) is a female Japanese singer from Fukuoka, Japan.
Riya Sokół — Riya Sokół, also known as Pati Sokół, is a Polish artist, singer, performer, author, and public speaker.

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