Rising since 2009, #6,838 for girls today.
Popularity of Zaiah since 2002
Babies named Zaiah per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 2000s | 39 | 48 |
| 2010s | 103 | 55 |
| 2020s | 101 | 61 |
Meaning & origin
Zaiah is a modern invented name that first appeared in U.S. records in 2005. It has been steadily rising in popularity since 2009, reaching its peak rank of 6838 in 2025 with a rate of 1 in 100,454 births. Although unisex, Zaiah is more commonly chosen for girls, particularly in the state of Texas. The name's appeal lies in its soft, melodic sound and trendy Z-initial, aligning with contemporary naming preferences for unique yet familiar-sounding names. Its creative formation reflects a broader cultural shift toward personalized, non-traditional names.
Zaiah first appeared in U.S. birth records in 2005, likely created by combining the fashionable 'Z' initial with a soft '-aiah' ending, similar to names like Isaiah or Zachariah. It has no known historical or linguistic roots. The name's rise in the 2020s reflects a trend toward unique, melodic names beginning with Z.
Where Zaiah is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Zay
Sibling names for Zaiah
Names that share Zaiah's style, for a brother or sister.
