Sunya

Russian and Scandinavian variation of Sophia

"wisdom"

Sunya Origin and Meaning

The name Sunya is a girl's name.

Sunya is a feminine name with multiple cultural origins. In Sanskrit, it derives from 'śūnya' meaning 'zero' or 'emptiness,' representing the profound concept of void in Eastern philosophy—not as nothingness but as infinite potential. In Thai, Sunya (สุญญา) relates to similar concepts of emptiness or the absolute. The name has remained relatively uncommon in Western countries but carries deep philosophical significance. Sunya has a gentle, flowing pronunciation that appeals to parents seeking names with both meaningful etymology and pleasing sounds. Its cross-cultural nature makes it accessible while maintaining distinctiveness, appealing to families interested in names that reflect spiritual concepts or mathematical significance.

The name Sunya in Pop Culture

• Sunya Trevenen Ellis, character from What Real Life Is