Holding steady.
Popularity of Zuma since 1889
Babies named Zuma per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1918, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Zuma's real moment was 1895.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1880s | 5 | 0 |
| 1890s | 10 | 0 |
| 1900s | 20 | 0 |
| 1910s | 64 | 0 |
| 1920s | 36 | 0 |
| 1930s | 5 | 0 |
| 1940s | 0 | 0 |
| 1950s | 0 | 0 |
| 1960s | 0 | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 | 16 |
Meaning & origin
Zuma is a rare and enigmatic name in U.S. records. It first appeared in 1889 and saw its peak usage in 1895, with only a handful of births. The name has remained extremely uncommon, with no recorded ranks in any year, reflecting its stable but negligible popularity. Its trajectory is classified as stable, indicating little variation over time. While its origins are unclear, Zuma's modern sound and place-name associations give it an appealing simplicity for parents seeking an unusual short name. No top states were recorded, consistent with its rarity.
Zuma is a name of uncertain origin. It may be inspired by the Zuma rock formation in California or the Japanese word 'zuma' meaning 'east' or 'bride', but its use as a given name in the United States appears to be a modern invention, possibly influenced by surf culture or place names. The name first appeared in U.S. records in 1889 with a very small number of births, and peaked in 1895 before fading into obscurity.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Zu
Sibling names for Zuma
Names that share Zuma's style, for a brother or sister.
