Zalaya Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationzah-LIE-ah / /zəˈlaɪə/Arabic; Spanish
Meaning
Arabic: 'to rise'; Spanish: 'a variant of Salaya'
Historical & Cultural Background
In Arabic culture, Zalaya can be associated with the concept of elevation or rising, symbolizing growth and aspiration. In Spanish-speaking regions, it may be viewed as a variant of Salaya, which has roots in local traditions and names.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Zalaia
- Zalaya
International Variants
- Zalaia (Spanish)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Zalaya was first seen in the United States in 2000. Zalaya has ranked as high as #1311 nationally, which occurred in 2023, and has been most popular in Texas, Florida, California, Georgia, and North Carolina. In the past 5 years the name Zalaya has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Zalaya (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 7 | |
| FL | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2000 | 5 |
| 2004 | 7 |
| 2005 | 7 |
| 2006 | 13 |
| 2007 | 14 |
| 2009 | 13 |
| 2010 | 9 |
| 2011 | 7 |
| 2012 | 16 |
| 2013 | 26 |
| 2014 | 20 |
| 2015 | 21 |
| 2016 | 22 |
| 2017 | 28 |
| 2018 | 33 |
| 2019 | 47 |
| 2020 | 41 |
| 2021 | 36 |
| 2022 | 45 |
| 2023 | 65 |
| 2024 | 46 |