Declining since 2022, #14,942 for girls today.
Popularity of Zeni since 2005
Babies named Zeni per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 27 |
| 2010s | 37 |
| 2020s | 45 |
Meaning & origin
Zeni is a modern name that first appeared on U.S. birth records in 2005. Its popularity has been modest, with a peak rank of 14,942 in 2022. Since then, the name's usage has been falling, reflecting a typical pattern for trendy 'Z' names. In 2025, the probability of a newborn being named Zeni was about 1 in 321,453. The name has not been concentrated in any particular state, indicating a broad but sparse distribution. As a contemporary invention, Zeni lacks deep historical roots, appealing to parents seeking a distinctive, short name with a modern feel.
Zeni is a short, modern name that likely emerged in the early 2000s. It may be a diminutive of the Greek-derived name Zenobia, meaning 'life of Zeus,' or simply a contemporary invention influenced by the trendy 'Z' initial and the common 'ee' ending. Its rise in the U.S. occurred from the 2020s onward, with a peak in 2022.
Sibling names for Zeni
Names that share Zeni's style, for a brother or sister.
