Sathya

Sathya is a given name of Indian origin, derived from the Sanskrit word satya, which means truth, reality, or correctness. The spelling Sathya is common across Tamil, Kannada, Telugu, Malayalam, and Hindi communities, with alternate transliterations such as Satya or Sathiya. It is used as a first name in modern India and among the Indian diaspora, sometimes appearing in compound names like Sathya Narayana or Sathya Priya.

In Hindu philosophy and Indian culture, satya embodies truthfulness and honesty. It is associated with ethical conduct and integrity, and is also viewed as a core principle in various spiritual and moral traditions. In yoga and dharma, satya appears as an ideal to be observed, alongside other ethical precepts.

Notable people with the name include Sathya Sai Baba (1926–2011), an Indian spiritual leader and guru who led a large following and established a global organization around his teachings. The name Sathya is used across different fields in India and among Indian communities, reflecting its broad cultural reach in entertainment, public life, and daily naming practices.

See also: Satya.