Zaya Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationZAY-uh / /ˈzeɪ.ə/Arabic; Hebrew; English
Meaning
Arabic: growth; Hebrew: God is my light; English: derived from Zay, meaning 'to grow'
Historical & Cultural Background
In Arabic culture, Zaya is associated with growth and development, often used in the context of personal flourishing. In Hebrew tradition, the name signifies divine guidance and illumination. In English, it has emerged as a modern name, often linked to the concept of growth.
Trend Summary
The name Zaya has seen a rise in usage as a modern and unique choice.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Zaya
- Zay
International Variants
- Zaya (Arabic)
- Zaya (Hebrew)
Famous people named Zaya
Zaya Wade — public figure and advocate.
Zaya Asher — artist.
Fictional characters named Zaya
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Zaya was first seen in the United States in 1994. Zaya has ranked as high as #1169 nationally, which occurred in 2023, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Florida, New York, and Georgia. In the past 5 years the name Zaya has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Zaya (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 26 | |
| TX | 15 | |
| FL | 9 | |
| UT | 7 | |
| PA | 6 | |
| GA | 6 | |
| NC | 5 | |
| NJ | 5 | |
| NY | 5 | |
| IL | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1994 | 5 |
| 1997 | 8 |
| 1998 | 7 |
| 1999 | 12 |
| 2000 | 20 |
| 2001 | 16 |
| 2002 | 15 |
| 2003 | 19 |
| 2004 | 21 |
| 2005 | 25 |
| 2006 | 26 |
| 2007 | 25 |
| 2008 | 26 |
| 2009 | 27 |
| 2010 | 41 |
| 2011 | 37 |
| 2012 | 118 |
| 2013 | 135 |
| 2014 | 120 |
| 2015 | 89 |
| 2016 | 182 |
| 2017 | 197 |
| 2018 | 162 |
| 2019 | 155 |
| 2020 | 155 |
| 2021 | 165 |
| 2022 | 187 |
| 2023 | 207 |
| 2024 | 157 |