Holding steady, #5,608 for boys today.
Popularity of Zaide since 1998
Babies named Zaide per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1990s | 10 | 7 |
| 2000s | 54 | 48 |
| 2010s | 36 | 104 |
| 2020s | 5 | 49 |
Meaning & origin
Zaide is a rare and modern unisex name that first entered U.S. records in 1999, a time when creative and surname-inspired names were gaining popularity. Its peak year was 2011, with a rank of 5,608 in 2025 reflecting its consistent but uncommon use at a rate of 1 in every 106,755 births. The name's trajectory has remained stable, indicating a steady but niche appeal. While no top states are associated with Zaide, its sound aligns with other short, 'z'-initial names like Zara and Zane. Its etymology is uncertain; it may derive from the Arabic Zayd (meaning 'growth') or be a purely modern invention. As a name with minimal recorded history, Zaide offers parents a distinctive choice without deep traditional roots.
The name Zaide is likely a modern invention, possibly derived from the Arabic name Zayd (زيد), meaning "growth" or "abundance," or influenced by similar-sounding names like Zaida or Zadie. It first appeared in U.S. birth records in the late 1990s and has since remained in occasional use, often chosen for its distinctive sound and unisex appeal.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Zay, Zee
Sibling names for Zaide
Names that share Zaide's style, for a brother or sister.
