Zakiyah Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationzah-KEE-ah / zəˈkiːəArabic; Swahili
Meaning
Arabic: pure; Swahili: intelligent
Historical & Cultural Background
Zakiyah is derived from the Arabic root 'z-k-y', which conveys the idea of purity and excellence. In Islamic culture, names with positive meanings are often chosen for their significance. The name is also found in Swahili-speaking regions, where it carries connotations of intelligence. It has gained popularity in various communities due to its appealing sound and positive meanings.
Trend Summary
Zakiyah has seen moderate popularity in the United States, particularly among African American communities.
Similar Names
Variants
- Zakia
- Zakiya
International Variants
- Zakiya (Arabic)
- Zakiyah (Arabic)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Zakiyah was first seen in the United States in 1976. Zakiyah has ranked as high as #1292 nationally, which occurred in 2008, and has been most popular in Georgia, North Carolina, Florida, Texas, and Pennsylvania. In the past 5 years the name Zakiyah has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Zakiyah (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1976 | 5 |
| 1981 | 5 |
| 1982 | 6 |
| 1983 | 8 |
| 1984 | 10 |
| 1985 | 5 |
| 1986 | 7 |
| 1987 | 6 |
| 1990 | 15 |
| 1991 | 14 |
| 1992 | 13 |
| 1993 | 13 |
| 1994 | 14 |
| 1995 | 13 |
| 1996 | 18 |
| 1997 | 27 |
| 1998 | 33 |
| 1999 | 32 |
| 2000 | 52 |
| 2001 | 56 |
| 2002 | 49 |
| 2003 | 55 |
| 2004 | 73 |
| 2005 | 71 |
| 2006 | 94 |
| 2007 | 96 |
| 2008 | 108 |
| 2009 | 99 |
| 2010 | 85 |
| 2011 | 91 |
| 2012 | 85 |
| 2013 | 67 |
| 2014 | 74 |
| 2015 | 77 |
| 2016 | 71 |
| 2017 | 86 |
| 2018 | 49 |
| 2019 | 58 |
| 2020 | 58 |
| 2021 | 44 |
| 2022 | 54 |
| 2023 | 55 |
| 2024 | 44 |