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Name Origin

Priya is a feminine given name of Sanskrit origin, meaning 'beloved' or 'dear'. It is a popular name in India and other South Asian countries.

sanskritindianbeloveddearfeminine

Famous People

Priya Anand (1986-)

Actress

  • Starred in Tamil, Telugu, Kannada and Hindi films
  • Known for her roles in films like 'Fukrey', 'Ezra' and 'Vanakkam Chennai'