Zealand Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationZEE-land / /ˈziː.lænd/English; Dutch
Meaning
English: from Zealand; Dutch: sea land
Historical & Cultural Background
In English, Zealand refers to a region in the Netherlands known for its islands and waterways; it is also associated with New Zealand, named after the Dutch province. In Dutch, the term 'Zeeland' translates to 'sea land', reflecting the region's coastal geography.
Similar Names
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Variants
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International Variants
- Zélande (French)
Famous people named Zealand
Zealand — notable figure in geography.
Zealand — historical explorer.
Fictional characters named Zealand
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Zealand was first seen in the United States in 2000. Zealand has ranked as high as #1259 nationally, which occurred in 2022, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Utah, Ohio, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Zealand has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Zealand (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 9 | |
| UT | 7 | |
| CA | 6 | |
| FL | 6 | |
| AZ | 5 | |
| NC | 5 | |
| OH | 5 | |
| OK | 5 | |
| PA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2000 | 9 |
| 2002 | 6 |
| 2004 | 6 |
| 2005 | 6 |
| 2006 | 8 |
| 2007 | 10 |
| 2008 | 15 |
| 2009 | 18 |
| 2010 | 16 |
| 2011 | 16 |
| 2012 | 21 |
| 2013 | 23 |
| 2014 | 33 |
| 2015 | 28 |
| 2016 | 23 |
| 2017 | 34 |
| 2018 | 21 |
| 2019 | 31 |
| 2020 | 33 |
| 2021 | 126 |
| 2022 | 134 |
| 2023 | 99 |
| 2024 | 114 |