English Names · Letter Z

129 English Baby Names Starting With Z — With Full Meanings

Browse all 129 English names that begin with the letter Z. Full etymology, cultural context, and popularity.

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  1. English Girl Names Starting With Z
  2. English Boy Names Starting With Z

English names starting with Z include some of the most distinctive names in this tradition. Whether you're drawn to English heritage or simply love the sound, these names all carry the cultural depth that makes English-origin names so enduring.

English names starting with Z — quick facts

  • 129 English names begin with the letter Z
  • 72 girl names, 57 boy names
  • English names are known for their distinct cultural identity
  • All names include full etymology and current popularity data

English Girl Names Starting With Z

72 girl names

#702
Zerriah
English
God is my light
#718
Zaysia
English
A beloved name with deep roots
#930
Zaney
English
gracious
#941
Zarihanna
English
A beloved name with deep roots
#1000
Zayelle
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
Zoelis
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
Zenayla
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
Zulianys
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
Zurielys
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
Zyalani
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
Zaierra
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
Zeari
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
Zorimar
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
Zuheilyn
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
Zeliana
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
Zenova
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
Zenelle
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
Zenlee
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
Ziamani
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
Zyomi
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
Zareli
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
Zashenka
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
Zayeyonni
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
Zelianna
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
Zinniah
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
Zissi
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
Znylah
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
Zoralys
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
Zorielys
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
Zuliany
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
Zaifa
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
Zaior
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
Zamiria
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
Zamiyrah
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
Zanavia
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
Zanori
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
Zathena
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
Zeaira
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
Zenara
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
Zenyla
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
Zephyrine
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
Ziyaa
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
Zoet
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
Zoralyn
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
Zulmari
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
Zulymar
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
Zyaunna
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
Zyella
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1092
Zanajah
English
A beloved name with deep roots
#1179
Zanaii
English
A beloved name with deep roots
#1233
Zarrea
English
Unknown
#1356
Zadah
English
A beloved name with deep roots
#1426
Zettie
English
Satiated; night
#1574
Zenae
English
A beloved name with deep roots
#1665
Zenetta
English
variant of Zenobia; life of Zeus
#1670
Zoiey
English
life
#1770
Zanay
English
A beloved name with deep roots
#1835
Zhaviyah
English
unknown meaning
#1851
Zowey
English
life
#1898
Zalee
English
Green harvest
#4866
Zanova
English↑ Rising
A beloved name with deep roots
#5377
Zanaya
English↑ Rising
God's gift; to blossom
#5380
Zaryiah
English↑ Rising
A beloved name with deep roots
#5382
Zaylynn
English
A beloved name with deep roots
#5740
Zanylah
English
God is gracious
#8043
Zaylia
English↑ Rising
A beloved name with deep roots
—
Zemi
English
the name has no specific meaning but is often considered a variant of 'Semiramis', associated with beauty
—
Zayvia
English
A beloved name with deep roots
—
Zayleah
English
A style of growth, a flourishing
—
Zoiee
English
Life
—
Zenai
English
heavenly
—
Zimmal
English
A beloved name with deep roots

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English Boy Names Starting With Z

57 boy names

#277
Zane
English
God is gracious.
#556
Zykir
English
A beloved name with deep roots
#754
Zimarion
English
A beloved name with deep roots
#782
Zaevyn
English
belonging to the earth
#1000
Zeovanni
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
Zyro
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
Zyleel
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
Zyleek
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
Zamariel
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
Ziovanni
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
Zaelix
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
Zayel
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
Zairo
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
Zaelan
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
Zayaire
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
Zhakari
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
Zaiyel
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
Zaiyre
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
Zavari
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
Zayire
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
Zaylo
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
Zemari
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
Zahel
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
Zaidrian
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
Zakyus
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
Zanvil
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
Zayair
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
Zemaj
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
Zenin
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
Zephon
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
Zeril
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
Zhixing
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
Zimiri
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
Ziyere
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
Ziyuan
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
Zohen
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
Zomari
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
Zykier
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1000
Zyloh
English
A meaningful name with English roots
#1187
Zarren
English
originally derived from the surname, meaning 'from the barren land'
#1358
Zenus
English
A beloved name with deep roots
#1653
Zxavian
English
A beloved name with deep roots
#1963
Zhikari
English
A beloved name with deep roots
#2061
Zaxton
English↑ Rising
From the town of Saxon
#2947
Zylan
English↑ Rising
A modern name that combines 'Zy' with 'lan', meaning 'new' or 'fresh'.; Often interpreted within various African cultures to signify uniqueness.
#6213
Zylen
English
calm, peaceful
#6500
Zakyrie
English↑ Rising
A beloved name with deep roots
#8249
Zymiere
English
To be lively or full of energy
#8908
Zillion
English↑ Rising
An immeasurable number or an exaggerated amount
#8913
Zyre
English↑ Rising
the name can be interpreted as 'like a lion', symbolizing strength and courage, but is more recognized as a modern inven
—
Zakayden
English
A beloved name with deep roots
—
Zaiven
English↑ Rising
A beloved name with deep roots
—
Zaydrien
English
gift of God
—
Zylus
English
a modern, invented name possibly inspired by 'Zealous'
—
Zyn
English↑ Rising
Beautiful or adornment.; Potential play on the name 'Zen,' which refers to a state of calmness.
—
Zaiyon
English
A beloved name with deep roots
—
Zandon
English
a blend of Zane and Brandon

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