kaya

Kaya is a term that appears in multiple languages and contexts, used as a personal name, a place name, and in foods and culture. Because of its cross-cultural usage, a Kaya entry often refers to several distinct topics rather than a single thing.

As a name, Kaya is used as both a given name and a surname. In Turkish, Kaya means "rock" or "cliff" and is common as a surname and sometimes a masculine given name. In Japan and other countries, Kaya is used as a feminine given name with various possible writings.

Places named Kaya include a town in Burkina Faso. The name appears in other geographic contexts as well, but the Burkina Faso location is among the better-attested uses in contemporary references.

Food usage of kaya refers to a sweet coconut jam made from coconut milk, eggs, sugar, and pandan or vanilla. It is a popular spread for bread in Singapore, Malaysia, and Indonesia, often served on toast with butter. Kaya jams and variants are a common feature of breakfasts and snacks in the region.

In arts and media, Kaya is the title of a 1978 album by Bob Marley and the Wailers. The word has also appeared in other cultural products and branding, reflecting its diverse associations across regions and languages.