Zuleika Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationzoo-LAY-kah / zuːˈleɪkəArabic; Persian
Meaning
Arabic: 'fair; lovely'; Persian: 'beautiful'
Historical & Cultural Background
Zuleika is derived from the Arabic name Zuleikha, which is often associated with the story of Joseph in Islamic tradition. The name gained popularity in the West through literary works, particularly the poem 'The Rubaiyat of Omar Khayyam' translated by Edward FitzGerald. It has been used in various cultures, reflecting themes of beauty and love.
Trend Summary
Zuleika has seen limited popularity in the U.S., remaining relatively uncommon.
Similar Names
Variants
- Zuleikha
- Zuleyka
International Variants
- Zuleyka (Spanish)
- Zuleikha (Arabic)
Famous people named Zuleika
Zuleika Dobson was a fictional character in a novel by Max Beerbohm, known for her beauty and charm.
Zuleika Robinson is a notable figure in the field of art, recognized for her contributions to contemporary painting.
Fictional characters named Zuleika
Zuleika Dobson is the titular character in Max Beerbohm's novel, known for captivating the men around her.
Zuleika is a character in the animated series 'The Amazing World of Gumball', known for her vibrant personality.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Zuleika was first seen in the United States in 1967. Zuleika has ranked as high as #1334 nationally, which occurred in 2007, and has been most popular in California, New York, Texas, New Jersey, and Arizona. In the past 5 years the name Zuleika has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Zuleika (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1967 | 6 |
| 1969 | 7 |
| 1970 | 11 |
| 1971 | 11 |
| 1972 | 8 |
| 1973 | 14 |
| 1974 | 16 |
| 1975 | 20 |
| 1976 | 26 |
| 1977 | 28 |
| 1978 | 24 |
| 1979 | 19 |
| 1980 | 16 |
| 1981 | 18 |
| 1982 | 13 |
| 1983 | 7 |
| 1984 | 14 |
| 1985 | 8 |
| 1986 | 12 |
| 1987 | 31 |
| 1988 | 28 |
| 1989 | 25 |
| 1990 | 33 |
| 1991 | 42 |
| 1992 | 36 |
| 1993 | 53 |
| 1994 | 31 |
| 1995 | 21 |
| 1996 | 27 |
| 1997 | 17 |
| 1998 | 11 |
| 1999 | 11 |
| 2000 | 17 |
| 2001 | 12 |
| 2002 | 15 |
| 2003 | 14 |
| 2004 | 23 |
| 2005 | 18 |
| 2006 | 41 |
| 2007 | 54 |
| 2008 | 39 |
| 2009 | 32 |
| 2010 | 30 |
| 2011 | 27 |
| 2012 | 16 |
| 2013 | 19 |
| 2014 | 40 |
| 2015 | 21 |
| 2016 | 25 |
| 2017 | 25 |
| 2018 | 17 |
| 2019 | 15 |
| 2020 | 10 |
| 2021 | 9 |
| 2022 | 14 |
| 2023 | 19 |
| 2024 | 17 |