Rising since 2001, #3,712 for girls today.
Popularity of Zaiya since 2001
Babies named Zaiya per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 61 |
| 2010s | 292 |
| 2020s | 211 |
Meaning & origin
Zaiya is a modern American coinage that first entered U.S. birth records in 2001 and has been steadily gaining popularity. Its peak year was 2023, and it continues to rise, reflecting a preference for names with the Za- sound and -ya ending. The name is most common in Georgia and California, and has a unique feel without being overly obscure. While its exact meaning is uncertain, it fits well with other contemporary names like Maya, Zara, and Aria.
Zaiya first appeared in U.S. birth records in 2001. It follows the pattern of modern invented names combining the fashionable sound of Za- (as in Zara or Zayden) with the popular -ya suffix. Its rise in use reflects broader trends for names beginning with Z and ending in -a or -ya, particularly among girls.
Where Zaiya is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Zai, Zaya
Sibling names for Zaiya
Names that share Zaiya's style, for a brother or sister.
