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Origin: Ghanaian

Meaning: Born on Thursday; Elegant; Graceful

The popular rhyme states that Thursday's child has far to go, and so will the girl's name, Ya. As a reminder of little one’s exciting and undiscovered potential, Ya means "born on Thursday." It’s a version of the Twi moniker Yaa, which has roots in Ghana. Ya also has roots in Chinese, signifying "elegant" and "graceful." Just as Thursday marks the anticipation of the weekend's adventures, Ya is a name that reminds us of the boundless potential and limitless horizons that lie ahead for baby!