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Saia

Gender: Girl
Origin: Italian
Meaning: God is salvation, skirt
Popularity: Not in the U.S. top 1,000 names

Saia Meaning and Origin

Saia is a girl’s name of Southern Italian origin, meaning “God is salvation, skirt.” In Italian, “Saia” means “skirt” or “petticoat.” It is not a very common name in Italy, but it has a unique and beautiful sound. Alternatively, in the Hawaiian language, “Saia” is a variant of the name “Kaia,” which means “sea” or “ocean.” It can also be a diminutive form of the name “Kaisa,” which is a Hawaiian variation of the name “Keziah,” meaning “cassia tree” or “cinnamon.” In Samoan culture, “Saia” is a given name for males. It is derived from the biblical name “Isaiah,” meaning “Yahweh is salvation.” Saia may be a good choice for parents who are looking for a distinctive name for their daughter. 

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