Ligaya

joy, happiness

GenderGirlOriginFilipinoSay itlee-GUY-yahPopularityUncommon
Pronounced lee-GUY-yah

About the name Ligaya

Ligaya radiates warmth as the Tagalog word for happiness itself. It's a heartfelt native name given to bring light into a family.

Cheerful and uplifting, a natural source of comfort to others.

Fun fact

Ligaya was a popular given name in mid-20th century Philippines, especially among nationalist families.

Nicknames for Ligaya

GayaYaya

Variations

LigayaGaya

Famous people named Ligaya

  • Ligaya Amilbangsa (Filipino cultural dancer)

Sibling name ideas

DiwaBayaniMalayaTala

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Dalisaypure, genuineMarikitbeautifulMagandabeautifulLiwanagLight, brightnessAizaregional given name, modern variantAlexadefender of mankindAliyahexalted, rising, ascendingAlodiawealthy, prosperous

Themes

JoyLightUnique
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