Rising since 1995, #2,239 for girls today.
Popularity of Zariya since 1995
Babies named Zariya per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 2011, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Zariya's real moment was 2023.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 77 |
| 2000s | 538 |
| 2010s | 878 |
| 2020s | 488 |
Meaning & origin
Zariya first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1995, a relatively recent addition to the naming landscape. Since then, it has risen steadily in popularity, peaking in 2023. In 2025, the name ranked 2239 with a frequency of 1 in 19601 births. While its exact origins are unclear, Zariya likely draws from Arabic roots meaning 'blooming' or 'radiant', or it may be a modern variant of Zara. The name is most popular in Tennessee, Michigan, and Georgia, reflecting a growing trend for creative, feminine-sounding names with a melodic quality. Its rising trajectory suggests increasing appeal among parents seeking a distinctive yet accessible name.
Zariya is a name that emerged in the United States in the late 20th century, first recorded in 1995. It may have been influenced by the Arabic word 'zariyya' (blooming, radiant) or could be a creative respelling of Zara, Sara, or similar names ending in the fashionable '-iya' suffix. Its precise derivation is uncertain, and it is best understood as a modern coinage.
Where Zariya is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Zari, Ria, Z
Sibling names for Zariya
Names that share Zariya's style, for a brother or sister.
