Soraya
GirlPersian
Soraya is a girl name of Persian origin meaning "Princess, sunrise, or morning light".
About this name
Gender
Girl
Language
Persian
Religion
None
Popularity
3 / 100
Syllables
2
Length
6 letters
Meaning
Princess, sunrise, or morning light
Etymology
Derived from Persian soraya, meaning 'sunrise' or 'morning light', also related to the name of a queen in ancient Persia.
Famous People Named Soraya
- Soraya Sáenz de Santamaría — Spanish politician
- Soraya Arnelas — Spanish singer, songwriter, actress and model
- Soraya — Colombian-American singer-songwriter
- Soraya Rodríguez — Spanish politician
Frequently Asked Questions About Soraya
What does the name Soraya mean?
Soraya means "Princess, sunrise, or morning light", and is of Persian origin.
What is the origin of the name Soraya?
Soraya originates from Persian, commonly used in Middle East.
Is Soraya a boy or girl name?
Soraya is typically used as a girl name.
What religion is the name Soraya associated with?
Soraya is associated with None.
Are there famous people named Soraya?
Yes — notable people named Soraya include Soraya Sáenz de Santamaría (Spanish politician), Soraya Arnelas (Spanish singer), Soraya (Colombian-American singer-songwriter) and Soraya Rodríguez (Spanish politician).
Last updated: June 2026