Declining since 2002, #13,208 for girls today.
Popularity of Fiza since 1996
Babies named Fiza per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 18 |
| 2000s | 248 |
| 2010s | 120 |
| 2020s | 51 |
Meaning & origin
Fiza is a rare and melodic name of Persian origin, first recorded in the United States in 1996. It reached its peak popularity in 2001, after which its usage gradually declined. As of 2025, the name ranks 13,208th nationally, with roughly 1 in 267,878 baby girls given the name that year. The name has been on a falling trajectory since 2002, consistent with many short-lived trendy names of the early 2000s. Despite its rarity, Fiza carries a poetic meaning related to breeze or nature, making it an appealing choice for families seeking a name with Persian or Urdu heritage. It saw its highest usage in the 2000s but has not experienced a significant revival. No U.S. states recorded a notable concentration of the name.
Fiza is derived from the Persian word 'fazā' (فضا) meaning 'atmosphere, air, or breeze'. It entered Urdu as a feminine given name, often associated with natural grace and temperament. The name gained modest use in South Asian Muslim communities and among diaspora populations, particularly in the United States since the late 1990s.
Nicknames & variants
Variants: Faza, Fizza
Sibling names for Fiza
Names that share Fiza's style, for a brother or sister.
