Rising since 1985, #2,410 for girls today.
Popularity of Zeina since 1973
Babies named Zeina per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 10 |
| 1980s | 86 |
| 1990s | 142 |
| 2000s | 213 |
| 2010s | 400 |
| 2020s | 346 |
Meaning & origin
Zeina is an Arabic name meaning 'beauty' or 'adornment.' It first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1973 and has been rising in popularity since the mid-1980s. In 2025, it ranked 2,410 nationally, with about 1 in 21,720 newborn girls receiving the name. Its peak popularity occurred in 2025, indicating a continuing upward trend. The name is most common in New Jersey, Illinois, and Florida, reflecting communities with significant Arab American populations. Zeina's steady growth mirrors a broader American interest in Arabic names, offering a melodic and meaningful choice for parents seeking a name with cultural depth.
Zeina is a direct transliteration of the Arabic name Zayna (زينة), which means 'beauty,' 'adornment,' or 'grace.' It is a common name throughout the Arabic-speaking world and among Muslim communities globally. The name has seen increasing use in the United States since the 1970s, mirroring broader trends in Arabic name adoption.
Where Zeina is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Zeina” around the world
Where Zeina lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
25
babies in 2024
Quebec
9
babies in 2025
Sources: INSEE (France) · Retraite Québec (Quebec).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Zey, Zizi, Zay
Sibling names for Zeina
Names that share Zeina's style, for a brother or sister.
