Zuleyma Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationzoo-LAY-mah / zuːˈleɪ.məArabic; Spanish
Meaning
Arabic: 'beautiful'; Spanish: 'the one who is loved'
Historical & Cultural Background
Zuleyma is derived from the Arabic name Zuleikha, which is often associated with beauty and love. The name has been used in various cultures, particularly in Arabic-speaking countries and among Spanish-speaking populations. It has historical ties to literature, notably in the story of Yusuf and Zuleikha from Islamic tradition.
Trend Summary
Zuleyma has seen limited popularity in the United States, with occasional usage but no significant trends.
Similar Names
Variants
- Zuleyma
- Zuleika
International Variants
- Zuleika (Spanish)
- Zuleyma (Arabic)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Zuleyma was first seen in the United States in 1984. Zuleyma has ranked as high as #1178 nationally, which occurred in 1990, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Zuleyma has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Zuleyma (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 8 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1984 | 5 |
| 1987 | 7 |
| 1988 | 7 |
| 1989 | 7 |
| 1990 | 49 |
| 1991 | 32 |
| 1992 | 36 |
| 1993 | 29 |
| 1994 | 28 |
| 1995 | 34 |
| 1996 | 23 |
| 1997 | 19 |
| 1998 | 23 |
| 1999 | 20 |
| 2000 | 25 |
| 2001 | 28 |
| 2002 | 25 |
| 2003 | 12 |
| 2004 | 17 |
| 2005 | 14 |
| 2006 | 26 |
| 2007 | 48 |
| 2008 | 36 |
| 2009 | 31 |
| 2010 | 31 |
| 2011 | 24 |
| 2012 | 23 |
| 2013 | 23 |
| 2014 | 26 |
| 2015 | 19 |
| 2016 | 22 |
| 2017 | 26 |
| 2018 | 25 |
| 2019 | 21 |
| 2020 | 19 |
| 2021 | 20 |
| 2022 | 27 |
| 2023 | 22 |
| 2024 | 20 |