Hoya
Hoya Meaning & Origin
About Hoya
The surname Hoya is of Spanish origin and has multiple meanings. It can be derived from the Spanish word "hoya," which means "hollow" or "depression," referring to a geographical feature. Alternatively, it can be a locational surname derived from places named Hoya in Spain, such as La Hoya de Huesca or La Hoya de Buñol. In some cases, Hoya may also be a variant of the surname Oya, derived from the Basque word "oiha," meaning "forest." Ultimately, the meaning of the surname Hoya depends on its specific origin and context.
Popularity
Surname Popularity by Ethnicity
The surname Hoya is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
- Number of People with the name Hoya: 141
- Overall Popularity: Less than 0.01% (a rare surname)
- Ranking: 122314
- Frequency per 100k people: 0.05
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Hoya based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
Ranking information for the surname Hoya is not currently available.
Pronunciation
Accessibility & Communication
How to write the name Hoya in Braille
Here's how to represent Hoya in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
How to sign the name Hoya using Sign Language
The image below shows how you can spell Hoya using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.
