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Naziyah

nah-ZEE-yah · Of uncertain origin; possibly a feminine elaboration of Nazir, meaning 'one who is consecrated' or 'watchman' in Hebrew, or an Arabic name related to 'pride' or 'eloquence'.

2025 rank (girls)
#1,534
Babies named in 2025
138
Peak popularity
2025
2025 frequency
1 in 11,647 girls
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady, #1,534 for girls today.

Popularity of Naziyah since 2001

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

469213820102020Most births 2025Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
2000s189
2010s222
2020s242

Meaning & origin

Naziyah is a modern feminine name that entered U.S. records in 2001 and has maintained a steady presence since then. In 2025, it ranked 1,534th with a birth rate of approximately 1 in 11,647 girls. Its peak in popularity was also 2025, reflecting its stable trajectory. The name is most common in Louisiana, Georgia, and Ohio. Etymologically, Naziyah may be connected to the Hebrew term Nazir, meaning 'consecrated,' or an Arabic root carrying connotations of pride and eloquence. Given its recent emergence and varied possible derivations, parents may appreciate its lyrical sound and multicultural resonance.

Naziyah appears to be a modern feminine name, possibly derived from the Arabic name Naziya, meaning 'pride' or 'haughtiness,' or from the Hebrew term Nazir, referring to a person consecrated to God. The name emerged in the United States in the early 2000s and has shown steady use, particularly in Southern states.

Where Naziyah is most popular

Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.

Fewermore per 100k girlstoo few births

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Nazi, Ziya, Naz

Variants: Nazia, Nazya, Naziyah

Sibling names for Naziyah

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

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Naziyah mean?
The meaning of Naziyah is uncertain. It may be derived from Arabic Naziya, meaning 'pride' or 'eloquent,' or from Hebrew Nazir, meaning 'consecrated' or 'watchman.' The exact origin is debated.
Is Naziyah currently popular?
Naziyah ranked 1,534th in 2025, with about 1 in 11,647 girls given that name. It has seen stable usage since entering the U.S. charts in 2001, peaking in 2025.
Is Naziyah a boy's or girl's name?
Naziyah is predominantly a girl's name, though it can be used for any gender.