Rising since 2013, #6,546 for girls today.
Popularity of Zienna since 2006
Babies named Zienna per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 27 |
| 2010s | 64 |
| 2020s | 73 |
Meaning & origin
Zienna is a modern American coinage that first appeared on the U.S. Social Security list in 2006, quickly gaining traction as a distinctive choice for girls. It peaked in popularity in 2021, and since 2013 has been on a steady upward trajectory, reflecting parents' growing appetite for Z-initialed, vowel-rich names. In 2025, the name ranked 6,546 with approximately 1 in 94,545 baby girls receiving it. Its strongest regional hold is in California, which recorded the most births. Zienna's appeal lies in its melodic, contemporary feel, blending the trendy Z sound with a soft, feminine ending reminiscent of names like Sienna or Vienna. As an invented name, it carries no historical or cultural baggage, allowing it to feel fresh and personalized. Parents drawn to Zienna often appreciate its uniqueness and modern flair, while still finding it intuitive to pronounce and spell.
Zienna is a modern coinage, probably created by blending the popular sound of names like Zia or Sierra with the fashionable -enna suffix seen in names such as Sienna or Vienna. It first appeared in U.S. birth records in 2006, reflecting the trend of unique, phonetically pleasing names starting with Z.
Where Zienna is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Z, Zia, Zenni
Sibling names for Zienna
Names that share Zienna's style, for a brother or sister.
