What Does the Name Nanaya Mean
The name Nanaya comes from Near Eastern Mythology roots and carries a meaning worth knowing. Read the full meaning and origin of Nanaya below, then browse real variants, short forms, and related names from the same family. Tap any name to copy it instantly.
Nanaya Name Meaning
Near Eastern MythologyMeaning unknown, possibly related to INANNA. This was the name of a goddess worshipped by the Sumerians and Akkadians. She was later conflated with the goddesses Anahita and Aphrodite.
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