Zelie Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationZAY-lee / /ˈzeɪli/French; Hebrew
Meaning
French: heavenly; Hebrew: God is my oath
Historical & Cultural Background
In French culture, Zelie is often associated with a sense of divinity and beauty, derived from the word 'ciel' meaning sky or heaven. In Hebrew tradition, the name reflects a deep spiritual commitment, emphasizing faith and devotion.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Zélie
- Zelie
International Variants
- Zélie (French)
- Zeli (Albanian)
Famous people named Zelie
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Fictional characters named Zelie
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Zelie was first seen in the United States in 2002. Zelie has ranked as high as #1221 nationally, which occurred in 2021, and has been most popular in Texas, Ohio, California, Kansas, and Virginia. In the past 5 years the name Zelie has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Zelie (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| OH | 12 | |
| WI | 9 | |
| TX | 8 | |
| CA | 7 | |
| KS | 7 | |
| PA | 5 | |
| MN | 5 | |
| NC | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2002 | 5 |
| 2003 | 6 |
| 2004 | 6 |
| 2005 | 6 |
| 2006 | 6 |
| 2007 | 5 |
| 2008 | 10 |
| 2009 | 13 |
| 2010 | 22 |
| 2011 | 18 |
| 2012 | 16 |
| 2013 | 19 |
| 2014 | 25 |
| 2015 | 50 |
| 2016 | 87 |
| 2017 | 84 |
| 2018 | 79 |
| 2019 | 111 |
| 2020 | 100 |
| 2021 | 142 |
| 2022 | 106 |
| 2023 | 116 |
| 2024 | 110 |