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UK name, mostly boys

Zaiah

A feminine name derived from the Arabic word "zayyah" meaning "brilliant one".

For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2023. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.

Also recorded as a girls' name in the UK, with 6 girls.

Zaiah is mostly registered for boys in the UK records. People looking for Zaiah popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2023 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4991, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2022, with 5 births.

This profile covers 8 England and Wales registrations across 2 recorded years from 2022 to 2023. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.

The latest count is about 60% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.

We estimate that about 8 living people in the UK are called Zaiah. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2024 or 2026.

Key insights

  • Zaiah ranked #4991 for boys in England and Wales in 2023, with 3 registrations.
  • The name peaked in 2022, when 5 boys were registered as Zaiah.
  • Zaiah is also recorded for girls, but the boys side is the larger UK variant in these records.
  • About 8 living people in the UK are estimated to have Zaiah as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
  • Across the England and Wales records shown here, 57.1% of Zaiah registrations are for boys.

Latest rank (E&W)

#4991

2023

Births in 2023

3

Latest year

Peak year

2022

5 births

Estimated living

8

2026

Gender

Boy and girl registrations for Zaiah

In England and Wales birth records, Zaiah has been registered for both boys and girls. Across the years shown here, 57.1% of registrations are for boys and 42.9% are for girls.

These figures use the sex categories in the published baby-name files. They are useful for spotting how the name is used at registration, but they are not a live measure of gender identity or everyone living with the name today.

57% boys
43% girls
Boys8 (57.1%)Girls6 (42.9%)

Zaiah registered for boys

  • Ranked #4,991 in 2023
  • 3 boys registered in 2023
  • Peak: 2022 (5 births)

Zaiah registered for girls

  • Ranked #5,687 in 2023
  • 3 girls registered in 2023
  • Peak: 2022 (3 births)

Meaning

What does Zaiah mean?

The name Zaiah is a relatively modern and unique name with uncertain origins. It is believed to have been derived from the Hebrew name Zayah or Zayin, which means "olive tree" or "olive branch." The name may also have ties to the Arabic name Zaynah, meaning "beautiful" or "adornment."

Some scholars suggest that the name Zaiah could be a combination of the Hebrew name Zayah and the Arabic name Aiah, which means "miracle" or "sign." This possible blend of Hebrew and Arabic roots reflects the cultural diversity and influences present in the regions where these languages are spoken.

While there are no definitive records of the name Zaiah in ancient texts or religious scriptures, its potential connection to the olive tree and the concept of beauty in Arabic culture could make it a symbolic name with deeper spiritual or cultural significance.

The earliest recorded instances of the name Zaiah are relatively recent, dating back to the late 20th century or early 21st century. However, due to its unique and modern nature, there are few notable historical figures with this name.

One of the earliest recorded individuals with the name Zaiah is Zaiah Crespin, a French singer and songwriter born in the early 1990s. Her music often blends elements of pop, R&B, and soul, and she has gained a following in the French music scene.

Another individual with the name Zaiah is Zaiah Farwest, an American actress and model born in the late 1990s. She has appeared in various television shows and films, primarily in supporting roles.

In the world of sports, Zaiah Payne is a young American basketball player who has gained recognition for her skills on the court. Born in the early 2000s, she has played for various youth and high school teams, showcasing her talent and potential.

Zaiah Blackhorn is an Indigenous Canadian artist and activist from the early 2000s. Her work often explores themes of cultural identity, environmental justice, and Indigenous rights, using a combination of traditional and contemporary art forms.

Lastly, Zaiah Munro is a British fashion designer and entrepreneur born in the late 20th century. Her clothing line, which emphasizes sustainable and ethical fashion, has gained popularity among environmentally conscious consumers.

While the name Zaiah is relatively new and uncommon, it holds the potential to become more widespread as parents seek unique and meaningful names for their children. Its possible connections to various cultural and linguistic roots add depth and intrigue to this modern moniker.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

Popularity

Zaiah over time

The chart below compares boys and girls registered as Zaiah in England and Wales, from 2022 to 2023. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.

For Zaiah, the clearest high point is 2022. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2023, compared with 5 at the peak.

Babies born per year

BoysGirls
02468202220222023

Decades

Zaiah by decade

Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Zaiah was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.

Decade Average rank Total births Years covered
2020s #4220 8 2

Related

Names similar to Zaiah

FAQ

Zaiah: questions and answers

How popular is the name Zaiah in the UK right now?

In 2023, Zaiah was ranked #4991 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.

When was Zaiah most popular?

The peak year on record was 2022, with 5 babies registered as Zaiah in England and Wales.

What is the meaning and origin of Zaiah?

A feminine name derived from the Arabic word "zayyah" meaning "brilliant one".

How many people are called Zaiah in the UK?

A total of 8 babies have been registered as Zaiah across the 2 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.

Which records is this page based on?

The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.