Rising since 2002, #1,753 for boys today.
Popularity of Zealand since 2000
Babies named Zealand per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 2000s | 0 | 78 |
| 2010s | 28 | 246 |
| 2020s | 44 | 601 |
Meaning & origin
Zealand entered U.S. naming records in 2000 and has been steadily rising in use, particularly since 2002. The name reached its peak popularity in 2022, reflecting broader trends in geographic and nature-inspired names. In 2025, Zealand ranked 1753rd, with an estimated 1 in 18,566 newborn boys receiving the name. Its strongest popularity has been in Utah, Tennessee, and Wisconsin. The name's trajectory suggests continued growth, appealing to parents seeking modern, place-based names with a fresh sound.
Zealand is a modern given name derived from the place name Zealand, the largest island of Denmark, or from Zealandia, a largely submerged continent in the Pacific. The name entered limited use in the early 2000s, possibly inspired by the island or by the ship name Zealand in transport history. Its adoption as a first name follows the trend of using place names and geographic terms as given names.
Where Zealand is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Zee, Z
Sibling names for Zealand
Names that share Zealand's style, for a brother or sister.
