Rising since 2008, #5,099 for girls today.
Popularity of Zarayah since 2008
Babies named Zarayah per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 16 |
| 2010s | 132 |
| 2020s | 119 |
Meaning & origin
Zarayah is a modern American invention, first appearing on the national charts in 2008. Though still very rare (rank 5,099 in 2025, or about 1 in 64,291 births), it has climbed steadily year after year, with 2025 marking its peak popularity. The name is most common in Texas, reflecting a broader trend of inventive, melodic names with the popular -yah ending. Its exact derivation is unclear, but it likely draws from the well-liked Zara (a name of Arabic and Hebrew origin meaning 'princess' or 'blooming flower') combined with a fashionable suffix. Parents drawn to Zarayah often appreciate its soft, lyrical sound and modern feel, pairing it with sibling names like Maya, Zayden, or Leilani that share a similar style and rhythm.
Zarayah is a modern invented name, first recorded in the United States in 2008. It likely blends the popular prefix Zara with the suffix -yah, a fashionable element in contemporary American naming. The name has seen consistent but modest use, rising steadily since its debut.
Where Zarayah is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Zara, Raya, Zari
Sibling names for Zarayah
Names that share Zarayah's style, for a brother or sister.
