Zia Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationZEE-ah / ziːəArabic; Italian; Hebrew
Meaning
Arabic: light; Italian: God's gracious gift; Hebrew: radiance
Historical & Cultural Background
In Arabic culture, Zia is often associated with brightness and light, symbolizing hope and positivity. The name has also gained popularity in Italian-speaking regions, where it reflects a sense of grace and divine favor. In Hebrew contexts, it conveys a sense of radiance, often linked to spiritual or emotional warmth.
Trend Summary
Zia has seen a gradual increase in popularity in the United States over recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Ziah
- Ziaha
International Variants
- Zia (Italian)
- Ziya (Turkish)
- Ziya (Arabic)
Famous people named Zia
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Fictional characters named Zia
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Zia was first seen in the United States in 1976. Zia has ranked as high as #1162 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Florida, and Georgia. In the past 5 years the name Zia has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Zia (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 28 | |
| TX | 21 | |
| GA | 13 | |
| CO | 12 | |
| FL | 11 | |
| NY | 9 | |
| OH | 7 | |
| NC | 6 | |
| IN | 5 | |
| IL | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1976 | 5 |
| 1980 | 5 |
| 1982 | 7 |
| 1984 | 6 |
| 1985 | 5 |
| 1986 | 7 |
| 1987 | 7 |
| 1989 | 13 |
| 1990 | 12 |
| 1991 | 16 |
| 1992 | 8 |
| 1993 | 20 |
| 1994 | 15 |
| 1995 | 20 |
| 1996 | 23 |
| 1997 | 23 |
| 1998 | 28 |
| 1999 | 36 |
| 2000 | 52 |
| 2001 | 49 |
| 2002 | 37 |
| 2003 | 54 |
| 2004 | 59 |
| 2005 | 51 |
| 2006 | 79 |
| 2007 | 99 |
| 2008 | 71 |
| 2009 | 95 |
| 2010 | 82 |
| 2011 | 109 |
| 2012 | 129 |
| 2013 | 135 |
| 2014 | 122 |
| 2015 | 130 |
| 2016 | 143 |
| 2017 | 119 |
| 2018 | 142 |
| 2019 | 192 |
| 2020 | 161 |
| 2021 | 152 |
| 2022 | 181 |
| 2023 | 183 |
| 2024 | 198 |