Holding steady, #8,362 for girls today.
Popularity of Zaiyah since 2010
Babies named Zaiyah per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 2010s | 125 |
| 2020s | 87 |
Meaning & origin
Zaiyah is a modern invention that entered U.S. naming records in 2010, reflecting a broader trend of melodic, -yah ending names. Its peak popularity occurred in 2023, suggesting growing appeal, though it remains relatively rare with a rank of 8362 in 2025. The name shows a stable trajectory, neither declining sharply nor surging. While no top states are recorded, Zaiyah likely appears in communities favoring unique, phonetic spellings. Its etymology is unclear, but it may draw from Arabic roots, though this is speculative. Zaiyah appeals to parents seeking a distinctive, contemporary name with a soft, feminine sound.
Zaiyah first appeared in U.S. birth records in 2010, part of a trend of modern invented names ending in '-yah' or '-aiyah'. It may draw inspiration from Arabic names such as Zayna (meaning 'beauty') or Zainab, but there is no direct etymological link. The name has no historical or literary background, reflecting contemporary naming creativity.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Zai, Zaya
Sibling names for Zaiyah
Names that share Zaiyah's style, for a brother or sister.
