Declining since 2012, #3,459 for girls today.
Popularity of Zaryah since 1998
Babies named Zaryah per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 12 |
| 2000s | 223 |
| 2010s | 511 |
| 2020s | 253 |
Meaning & origin
Zaryah is a modern American name that first entered the U.S. Social Security records in 1998. It reached peak popularity in 2011, ranking highest among the roughly 34,000 girls given the name that year. Since 2012, its usage has been falling. In 2025, the name ranked 3459th, with about 1 in 36,529 baby girls receiving it. The name is most commonly found in Texas, which likely reflects broader naming trends in the state. Zaryah fits a pattern of names ending in 'yah' or 'ia' that have risen in recent decades, combining familiar sounds with a contemporary feel.
Zaryah appears to be a modern coinage, likely derived from the name Zara or inspired by the similar-sounding biblical name Azariah. The name first appeared in U.S. records in 1998 and saw a peak in popularity in 2011, with a pattern of falling usage since 2012.
Where Zaryah is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Zari, Zarya, Riah
Sibling names for Zaryah
Names that share Zaryah's style, for a brother or sister.
