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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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 |
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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 |