Rising since 2004, #3,459 for girls today.
Popularity of Zayah since 2001
Babies named Zayah per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 83 |
| 2010s | 432 |
| 2020s | 320 |
Meaning & origin
Zayah is a modern name that first appeared in U.S. records in 2001. It has never been highly common, with a peak rank of 3,459 in 2021 and a current 1-in-36,529 birth rate as of 2025. The name is most popular in Texas among U.S. states. Its trajectory has been rising steadily since 2004, reflecting a broader trend toward unique, vowel-ending names starting with 'Z'. While its etymology is uncertain, Zayah fits within a category of invented names that appeal to parents seeking distinctiveness without a long historical precedent. For those drawn to contemporary, melodic names with a soft 'Z' sound, Zayah offers a fresh option.
Zayah first appeared in U.S. birth records in 2001 and has seen modest use since. It is likely a modern coinage, possibly blending sounds from names like Zaya (a diminutive of Azalea or a variant of Zahra) or inspired by the popular 'Z' trend in contemporary naming.
Where Zayah is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Zay
Variants: Zaya
Sibling names for Zayah
Names that share Zayah's style, for a brother or sister.
