Rising since 2002, #4,758 for girls today.
Popularity of Zaraya since 2001
Babies named Zaraya per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 68 |
| 2010s | 138 |
| 2020s | 147 |
Meaning & origin
Zaraya is a modern name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 2001. It has shown consistent growth in popularity, rising from its earliest years to a rank of 4,758 in 2025, with an estimated 1 in 57,402 newborn girls receiving the name. The name's peak year is 2025, indicating continued upward trajectory. Though its exact origins are unclear, it may be a creative variant of established names like Zara or Araya, reflecting a broader trend of melodic feminine names ending in 'aya.' Zaraya has not yet broken into the top names in any state, but its steady rise suggests growing appeal among parents seeking a distinctive yet accessible name.
Zaraya first appears in U.S. birth records in 2001. It is likely a modern coinage, blending sounds from names like Zara and Araya, or inspired by the similar-sounding Arabic name Zahra. As a recent creation, it does not have a long historical etymology.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Zara, Ray, Raya
Variants: Zarayah, Zaraia
Sibling names for Zaraya
Names that share Zaraya's style, for a brother or sister.
