Origin:
African
Sex:Female
Unisex Name?No
Meaning:A Taita people of Kenya female name; meaning unknown.
Soul Urge:People with the name Chanya have a deep inner desire for love and companionship, and want to work with others to achieve peace and harmony.
Expression:People with the name Chanya are excellent at analyzing, understanding, and learning. They tend to be mystics, philosophers, scholars, and teachers. Because they live so much in the mind, they tend to be quiet and introspective, and are usually introverts. When presented with issues, they will see the larger picture. Their solitary thoughtfulness and analysis of people and world events may make them seem aloof, and sometimes even melancholy.