The name is derived from the Sanskrit word priya (प्रिय), which translates to "beloved" or "favorite".
In literature and music, Piya frequently appears as a term of address for a husband, sweetheart, or lover.
It is a cognate of the name for the Germanic goddess Frigg ; both descend from the PIE stem *priH-o- , also meaning "beloved". Cultural and Religious Significance
In Pali, the language of early Buddhist scriptures, piya refers to something dear, amiable, or pleasant. It is often used to describe beloved family members or the "pleasant things" one must learn to detach from.