A distinctive pick — fewer than 1 pets share this name.
Persian for "princess" or "jewel", with Arabic and Iranian roots.
Soraya carries royal Persian heritage, with deep ties to Iranian history (it was the name of a famous queen). The melodic three syllables flow beautifully off the tongue. Perfect for a pet with regal bearing and graceful movements. The name suits a long-haired cat or an elegant breed of dog with a noble presence.
Pets named Soraya are most often described as:
Trait order based on owner reports across pet registries.
Soraya is a well-known pet name with 1 registered pets. Pets named Soraya are often described as regal, graceful, elegant.
Soraya is more commonly given to female pets, though it can be used for any pet.
Yes! Soraya is both a popular pet name (ranked #33805 for pets) and a baby name. It is one of 1,600+ names shared between pets and humans on NamesPop.
Last updated May 2026 · Data: NYC & Seattle pet licensing records · Methodology