Roya
GirlPersian
Roya is a girl name of Persian origin meaning "Dream".
About this name
Gender
Girl
Language
Persian
Popularity
91 / 100
Syllables
1
Length
4 letters
Meaning
Dream
Etymology
Roya Persian: رویا), "dream", is a female name of Persian origin. It is common in Iran, Afghanistan, and Azerbaijan. Notable persons named Roya include:Röya (singer), Azerbaijani singerRoya Arab, Iranian musician and archaeologist
Roya Farassat Iranian-born American painter, and sculptor
Roya Hakakian, Iranian American Jewish poet, journalist, and writer
Roya Heshmati, Kurdish-Iranian activist
Roya Maboudian, American academic and researcher in the field of chemical engineering
Roya Megnot, American actress
Roya Mirelmi, Iranian theater, cinema and television actress
Roya Nonahali, Iranian actress and director
Roya Rahmani, Afghan diplomat
Roya Ramezani, Iranian designer and women's rights campaigner
Roya Rozati, India-based gynecologist and infertility specialist
Roya Saberi Negad Nobakht, Iranian-British housewife who was imprisoned after she returned to Iran
Roya Sadat, Afghan film producer and director
Roya Teymourian, Iranian actress
Roya Toloui, Kurdish-Iranian journalist, human rights activist and feminist
Famous People Named Roya
- Roya Sadat — Afghan film producer and director
- Roya Hakakian — Iranian American author
- Roya Mahboob — Afghan entrepreneur and businesswoman
- Roya Nonahali — Iranian actress
Frequently Asked Questions About Roya
What does the name Roya mean?
Roya means "Dream", and is of Persian origin.
What is the origin of the name Roya?
Roya originates from Persian.
Is Roya a boy or girl name?
Roya is typically used as a girl name.
Are there famous people named Roya?
Yes — notable people named Roya include Roya Sadat (Afghan film producer and director), Roya Hakakian (Iranian American author), Roya Mahboob (Afghan entrepreneur and businesswoman) and Roya Nonahali (Iranian actress).
Last updated: June 2026