Declining since 2019, #8,860 for girls today.
Popularity of Zema since 2011
Babies named Zema per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 2010s | 87 |
| 2020s | 83 |
Meaning & origin
Zema is an exceedingly rare name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 2011. Its peak year came in 2019, after which its usage began to decline. In 2025, it ranked 8,860, with approximately 1 in every 146,115 newborns given the name. The name has not been recorded in any top states, reflecting its niche appeal. Its origins are unclear; it may be a modern invention or a variant of the Hebrew Zemer, meaning 'song.' As such, Zema remains a name with little historical or cultural footprint, primarily chosen for its melodic and contemporary sound.
Zema first appeared in U.S. birth records in 2011. It may be a feminine variant of Zemer, a Hebrew name meaning 'song' or 'praise,' or it could be a modern invented name, perhaps inspired by the sound of names like Zara or Emma. Its usage remains rare, with no clear historical or cultural precedent.
Sibling names for Zema
Names that share Zema's style, for a brother or sister.
