Chhaya

CHIE-uh

Hindi, Indian, Sanskrit

"shadow, shade"

Chhaya Origin and Meaning

The name Chhaya is a girl's name meaning "shadow, shade".

Not to be confused with the Hebrew name, Chhaya (also spelled Chaya) is a name of Indian origin, derived from Sanskrit chāyā, meaning "shadow, light, reflection". The personification of the Hindu goddess of shadow, Chhaya is a popular choice in India and is notably borne by actress Chhaya Kadam and singer Chhaya Ganguli. Malay and Indonesian names Cahaya and Cahya derive from the same root.