Panya
Fact sheet
- Name
- Panya
- Gender
- Girl name
- Syllables
- 2
The female first name Panya has its roots in Africa. It is directly translated as 'little mouse' and is often used as an affectionate nickname 'mouse' for a small child.
What does the name Panya mean?
Panya is an African girl's name that can be directly translated as 'little mouse.' Its origin lies in the Swahili word panya, which means both 'rat' and 'mouse.' Interestingly, Panya is also listed as a Thai boy's name, where it means 'the wise one.' Here, the origin refers to the Thai word panya (ปัญญา), which means 'wisdom,' 'knowledge,' and 'intellect.'
Where does the name Panya come from?
The name Panya has both a female and a male origin and comes from Swahili and Thai, meaning 'little mouse.'
How do you pronounce Panya?
Panja
Popularity
In Germany, Panya is a rather rare first name. It has not yet appeared in the German name popularity lists. Its best ranking was in 2001, when it placed 1,129th in Scotland. Between 1974 and 2024, the name was given less than 10 times in Scotland, earning it the 5,642nd place. In the last ten years, no child has been named Panya.
Nicknames & pet names
Panda
Famous people
- Panya Kritcharoen (Bishop from Thailand)
- Panya Singprayool-Dinmuong (American cyclist)
Frequently asked questions about the name Panya
What is the meaning of the name Panya?
Panya is an African girl's name that can be translated as 'little mouse.' Its roots lie in Swahili, where the word 'panya' means both 'rat' and 'mouse.'
Where does the name Panya come from?
The name Panya has both a female and a male origin. It comes from Swahili, where it means 'little mouse,' and from Thai, where it symbolizes 'wisdom' and 'intellect.'
How popular is the name Panya?
Panya is a rare name, primarily found in certain regions of Africa and Thailand. In other countries, it is less common and therefore not very popular.