Zaniya Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationzah-NEE-ah / /zəˈniːə/Arabic; African
Meaning
Arabic: 'gift from God'; African: 'to be prosperous'
Historical & Cultural Background
In Arabic culture, Zaniya is often associated with divine blessings and is used to express gratitude for a child's birth. In various African cultures, the name signifies prosperity and success, reflecting the hopes parents have for their children's futures.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Zania
- Zaniyah
International Variants
- Zania (Spanish)
- Zaniyah (English)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Zaniya was first seen in the United States in 1996. Zaniya has ranked as high as #1125 nationally, which occurred in 2007, and has been most popular in Texas, Florida, North Carolina, Georgia, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Zaniya has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Zaniya (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 9 | |
| NC | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1996 | 6 |
| 1997 | 9 |
| 1998 | 14 |
| 1999 | 17 |
| 2000 | 45 |
| 2001 | 70 |
| 2002 | 81 |
| 2003 | 129 |
| 2004 | 149 |
| 2005 | 174 |
| 2006 | 196 |
| 2007 | 263 |
| 2008 | 219 |
| 2009 | 245 |
| 2010 | 223 |
| 2011 | 197 |
| 2012 | 186 |
| 2013 | 180 |
| 2014 | 142 |
| 2015 | 135 |
| 2016 | 102 |
| 2017 | 85 |
| 2018 | 106 |
| 2019 | 99 |
| 2020 | 90 |
| 2021 | 75 |
| 2022 | 70 |
| 2023 | 81 |
| 2024 | 66 |