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Maziah

mah-ZEE-ah · Of uncertain origin; possibly a variant of Maziyah, which itself may be derived from Maaziah, a rare modern coinage.

2025 rank (girls)
#9,457
Babies named in 2025
10
Peak popularity
2023
2025 frequency
1 in 160,727 girls
Usually for
Girls & boys
Trend
Rising since 2005

Rising since 2005, #9,457 for girls today.

Popularity of Maziah since 2005

Babies named Maziah per year in U.S. Social Security records.

7142120102020Most births 2023GirlsBoys
GirlsBoys
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirlsBoys
2000s3622
2010s9160
2020s4978

Meaning & origin

Maziah is a rare modern name that entered U.S. birth records in 2005, making it less than two decades old. As of 2025, it ranks 9,457 in popularity, with a frequency of about 1 in every 160,727 births. Its usage has been steadily rising since its debut, reaching a peak in 2023. The name is used for both boys and girls, reflecting a broader trend toward gender-neutral names ending in '-iah'. While it has not yet appeared among the top states or notable bearers, its upward trajectory and contemporary sound may appeal to parents seeking a distinctive, modern name.

Maziah is a modern English name that first appeared in U.S. records in 2005. Its formation likely draws on fashionable sounds ending in '-iah', similar to names like Jeremiah or Isaiah, combined with a distinctive initial syllable. No historical or linguistic root has been identified, and it is best understood as a contemporary invention.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Maz, Mazi, Zia

Variants: Maziyah

Sibling names for Maziah

Names that share Maziah's style, for a brother or sister.

Sisters: Zara, Layla, Nia, Maya, Amara

Brothers: Micah, Josiah, Ezra, Kai, Zion

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Maziah mean?
The meaning of Maziah is not well established. It appears to be a modern coinage, possibly inspired by the sound of names like Isaiah or Zariah, but it has no confirmed meaning from any language.
How popular is Maziah?
Maziah is a rare name. In 2025, it ranked 9,457 in the U.S., with approximately 1 in every 160,727 newborns given the name. Its peak popularity so far was in 2023.
Is Maziah a boy's name or a girl's name?
Maziah is used for both boys and girls, but it is more commonly given to girls in recent years. The name has been used for all genders since it first appeared in records in 2005.