Zayah Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationZAY-uh / /ˈzeɪ.ə/Arabic; Hebrew
Meaning
Arabic: 'to grow'; Hebrew: 'God has delivered'
Historical & Cultural Background
In Arabic culture, Zayah is associated with growth and development, often reflecting a positive outlook on life. In Hebrew, the name signifies divine intervention and deliverance, connecting it to religious and spiritual themes. Both origins emphasize strength and resilience.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Zaya
- Zayha
International Variants
- Zaya (Spanish)
- Zayah (Arabic)
Famous people named Zayah
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Zayah was first seen in the United States in 2001. Zayah has ranked as high as #1298 nationally, which occurred in 2021, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Florida, New York, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Zayah has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Zayah (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| FL | 8 | |
| NY | 7 | |
| GA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2001 | 10 |
| 2002 | 9 |
| 2003 | 5 |
| 2004 | 5 |
| 2005 | 9 |
| 2006 | 11 |
| 2007 | 14 |
| 2008 | 11 |
| 2009 | 9 |
| 2010 | 12 |
| 2011 | 17 |
| 2012 | 59 |
| 2013 | 55 |
| 2014 | 44 |
| 2015 | 41 |
| 2016 | 45 |
| 2017 | 63 |
| 2018 | 53 |
| 2019 | 43 |
| 2020 | 51 |
| 2021 | 65 |
| 2022 | 51 |
| 2023 | 48 |
| 2024 | 59 |