Declining since 2005, #4,661 for girls today.
Popularity of Zada since 1880
Babies named Zada per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 2006, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Zada's real moment was 1880.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1880s | 111 |
| 1890s | 165 |
| 1900s | 187 |
| 1910s | 321 |
| 1920s | 344 |
| 1930s | 234 |
| 1940s | 141 |
| 1950s | 85 |
| 1960s | 19 |
| 1970s | 17 |
| 1980s | 5 |
| 1990s | 104 |
| 2000s | 704 |
| 2010s | 510 |
| 2020s | 161 |
Meaning & origin
Zada is a short, melodic name that first appeared on U.S. records in 1880, when it peaked at rank 4,661. Despite its early prominence, the name has followed a falling trajectory since 2005, with only about 1 in 55,423 girls receiving the name in 2025. Historically concentrated in Florida, Zada's usage has been sparse but persistent. Its meaning is rooted in Arabic notions of fortune and prosperity, though exact origins remain debated. The name's rarity today gives it a distinctive appeal for parents seeking an uncommon name with a positive meaning.
Zada likely derives from Arabic 'Zayda' or 'Saida', both relating to good fortune and happiness. It may also be an English variant of the Arabic name Zayda, or a feminine form of Zayd. The name saw modest use in the United States in the late 19th century, particularly in the South, but has since become rare.
Where Zada is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Sibling names for Zada
Names that share Zada's style, for a brother or sister.
