Zeline Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: zeh-LEEN /zəˈlin/
Origin: French; Hebrew
Meaning: French: 'heavenly'; Hebrew: 'God's gift'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Zeline is believed to have roots in the Hebrew name Zelophehad, which means "the shadow of fear." This name was transliterated through Greek as Zelophehad, and later adapted into Latin forms before making its way into Old French. The transition into English likely occurred through the influence of Norman French after the Norman Conquest of England in the 11th century, where names with similar phonetic structures were integrated into the English language, evolving into various forms over time.
Historically, the name Zelophehad is notable for its mention in the Hebrew Bible, specifically in the Book of Numbers, where he is recognized as a figure who had five daughters. This biblical account, dating back to the 13th century BCE, highlights themes of inheritance and women's rights in ancient Israelite society, thus giving the name a significant cultural and historical context.
The name Zeline, as a derivative, carries with it this historical weight, reflecting the legacy of its biblical origins. Culturally, names derived from biblical sources often resonate with themes of strength, resilience, and familial ties, which have contributed to their endurance through the centuries.
The name Zeline, while less common, embodies these qualities and may evoke a sense of connection to heritage and tradition. Additionally, diminutive forms such as Zela or Zeli can be seen as affectionate variations that maintain the essence of the original name while offering a more personal touch.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Zeline was first seen in the United States in 1957.
Zeline has ranked as high as #5407 nationally, which occurred in 1957, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Zeline has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Zeline is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Zeline was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Zeline.
| Year | Total Births | Girl |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 5 | 5 |
| 2019 | 5 | 5 |
| 1957 | 12 | 12 |
Top States for Zeline
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
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