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Name Origin

Kaya is a unisex given name with origins in multiple cultures. In Japanese, it means 'forgiveness' or 'rest'. It also has roots in Turkish and Swahili cultures, where it can mean 'rock' or 'wise'.

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Famous People

Kaya Scodelario (1992-)

Actress

  • Known for roles in 'Skins', 'The Maze Runner' series, and 'Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales'

Kaya Uyeda

Chef

  • Executive chef at Sushi Ginza Onodera in New York City