Zelia Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationZEE-lee-uh / ˈziːliəGreek; Hebrew
Meaning
Greek: zeal; Hebrew: God is my salvation
Historical & Cultural Background
Zelia is derived from the Greek word 'zelos,' meaning zeal or enthusiasm. In Hebrew contexts, it is associated with the meaning of divine salvation. The name has been used in various cultures, reflecting both a sense of passion and spiritual significance. It is relatively uncommon, which may appeal to parents seeking unique names for their daughters.
Trend Summary
Zelia has seen a slight increase in usage in recent years, remaining relatively rare.
Similar Names
Variants
- Zelia
- Zeliah
International Variants
- Zélie (French)
- Zélia (Portuguese)
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Zelia was first seen in the United States in 1883. Zelia has ranked as high as #1369 nationally, which occurred in 2015, and has been most popular in Texas, California, and Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Zelia has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Zelia (2021)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1883 | 5 |
| 1887 | 11 |
| 1888 | 10 |
| 1889 | 7 |
| 1890 | 11 |
| 1892 | 7 |
| 1893 | 10 |
| 1894 | 12 |
| 1895 | 10 |
| 1896 | 7 |
| 1897 | 6 |
| 1898 | 15 |
| 1899 | 18 |
| 1900 | 9 |
| 1901 | 12 |
| 1902 | 8 |
| 1903 | 5 |
| 1904 | 8 |
| 1905 | 5 |
| 1906 | 6 |
| 1907 | 7 |
| 1908 | 10 |
| 1909 | 9 |
| 1910 | 14 |
| 1911 | 6 |
| 1912 | 17 |
| 1913 | 23 |
| 1914 | 11 |
| 1915 | 20 |
| 1916 | 15 |
| 1917 | 10 |
| 1918 | 23 |
| 1919 | 19 |
| 1920 | 10 |
| 1921 | 21 |
| 1922 | 17 |
| 1923 | 15 |
| 1924 | 19 |
| 1925 | 11 |
| 1926 | 17 |
| 1927 | 12 |
| 1928 | 9 |
| 1929 | 12 |
| 1930 | 7 |
| 1931 | 13 |
| 1932 | 9 |
| 1933 | 6 |
| 1934 | 7 |
| 1935 | 5 |
| 1937 | 6 |
| 1938 | 5 |
| 1939 | 5 |
| 1940 | 11 |
| 1941 | 6 |
| 1942 | 7 |
| 1944 | 7 |
| 1946 | 6 |
| 1947 | 8 |
| 1950 | 5 |
| 1951 | 6 |
| 1953 | 7 |
| 1954 | 7 |
| 1955 | 8 |
| 1956 | 5 |
| 1961 | 5 |
| 1963 | 5 |
| 1964 | 5 |
| 1965 | 8 |
| 1968 | 5 |
| 1972 | 6 |
| 1973 | 5 |
| 1976 | 7 |
| 1984 | 6 |
| 1996 | 8 |
| 1997 | 5 |
| 1999 | 6 |
| 2000 | 7 |
| 2001 | 6 |
| 2002 | 6 |
| 2003 | 14 |
| 2004 | 5 |
| 2005 | 16 |
| 2006 | 14 |
| 2007 | 12 |
| 2008 | 21 |
| 2009 | 22 |
| 2010 | 17 |
| 2011 | 12 |
| 2012 | 18 |
| 2013 | 22 |
| 2014 | 19 |
| 2015 | 25 |
| 2016 | 23 |
| 2017 | 18 |
| 2018 | 21 |
| 2019 | 17 |
| 2020 | 19 |
| 2021 | 17 |
| 2022 | 23 |
| 2023 | 20 |
| 2024 | 23 |