Zaela

“Derived from 'Zara', meaning 'princess' or 'flower'.”

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#8464US 2023

13Births / yr

↑Rising

114All-time births

📅 Since 200500

What does Zaela mean and where does it come from?

Zaela is a modern name and may be considered a variation of the name 'Zayla' or 'Zara', both of which have gained popularity in recent years. It is predominantly used in English-speaking countries. The appeal of Zaela lies in its phonetic beauty and uniqueness. It is a name often chosen for its fash

Cultural significance

Zaela has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of derived from 'zara', meaning 'princess' or 'flower'..

Peak popularity

Reached #7099 in 2020 — currently #8464 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Zaela?

Zaela works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Zaela Grace

How popular is Zaela right now?

Rising — up 45 spots — currently #8464 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2005–2023#8464 · Top 6.2%

2005

2010

2015

2020

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#8464	13	▲ up 45
2022	#8509	13	▼ down 2350 · -35% births
2021	#6159	20	▲ up 940 · +25% births
2020	#7099	16	▲ up 2901 · +45% births
2015	#10000	11	▲ up 4655 · +57% births
2010	#14655	7	▲ up 4520 · +40% births
2005	#19175	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Zaela

Best Year2021Rank #6159

Peak Count20

Average Rank#10580

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range2005 - 20237 years

The story of Zaela

Zaela is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2005. With 114 total births recorded, Zaela remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #19175 in 2005 to #8464 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Zaela in 2020:

Olivia Emma Ava Charlotte Sophia

Zaela by decade

Zaela peaked in the 2020s. See all 2020s names →

Decade	Births
2000s	10
2010s ★	88
2020s	16

💎Zaela has only 114 total recorded births since 2005 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Zaela?

Common

ZaeZaelZaelieZaely

What names sound and feel like Zaela?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Zaela also consider these

Zaeda

American · A modern created

Naela

American · Successful

Saela

American · A modern name

Daela

American · A form of

Kaela

American · Derived from ‘Cailín’,

American · A beloved name

Common questions about the name Zaela

What does the name Zaela mean?

Zaela means "Derived from 'Zara', meaning 'princess' or 'flower'." — a name rooted in American tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Zaela?

Zaela is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Zaela have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Zaela?

Zaela originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

Is Zaela trending right now?

Zaela is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.

Is Zaela a common or rare name?

Zaela is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.