Zaida

“Nourishing, growth”

Arabic origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#2266US 2023

82Births / yr

↑Rising

3.5kAll-time births

📅 Since 188100.01% of births at peak

What does Zaida mean and where does it come from?

Zaida is a name with Arabic roots and is used in various Arab-speaking countries. It gained popularity in Spain among the Muslim population during the Middle Ages. The name has been used historically in literature and has variations such as Zayda. Notable people with the name include Zaida Ben-Yusuf

Cultural significance

Zaida has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Arabic-speaking communities, where it reflects values of nourishing, growth.

Peak popularity

Reached #821 in 1885 — currently #2266 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Zaida?

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

Zaida Grace

How popular is Zaida right now?

Rising fast — up 118 spots — currently #2266 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1885–2023#2266 · Top 1.7%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#2266	82	▲ up 118 · +5% births
2022	#2384	78	▼ down 256 · -12% births
2021	#2128	89	▼ down 245 · -12% births
2020	#1883	101	▲ up 412 · +25% births
2015	#2295	81	▼ down 338 · -21% births
2010	#1957	102	▼ down 138 · -5% births
2005	#1819	107	▲ up 518 · +62% births
2000	#2337	66	▲ up 121 · +27% births
1995	#2458	52	▲ up 988 · +68% births
1990	#3446	31	▼ down 18 · +24% births
1985	#3428	25	▼ down 105
1980	#3323	25	▼ down 1120 · -34% births
1975	#2203	38	▲ up 257 · +27% births
1970	#2460	30	▲ up 154 · +36% births
1965	#2614	22	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Zaida

Best Year2005Rank #1819

Peak Count107

Average Rank#2846

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1910 - 202324 years

The story of Zaida

Zaida has been a beloved American name for over 143 years, first appearing in Social Security records in 1881. With 3,546 total births recorded, Zaida remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #821 in 1885, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #2266 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Zaida in 1885:

Mary Anna Emma Elizabeth Margaret

Zaida by decade

Zaida peaked in the 1880s. See all 1880s names →

Decade	Births
1880s	28
1890s	14
1900s	10
1910s	62
1920s	41
1930s	19
1940s	26
1950s	214
1960s	254
1970s	280
1980s	264
1990s	450
2000s ★	895
2010s	888
2020s	101

💎With 3,546 total births, Zaida is an uncommon but established name.

What are good nicknames for Zaida?

Common

ZaiZaidZaidieZaidy

Famous people named Zaida

Zaida (Islamic scholar)

Zaida bore this name in the Golden Age of Islam, when Arabic names carried prestige across the known world.

Zaida (Sufi mystic)

Zaida used this name in the tradition of Islamic mysticism and spirituality.

Zaida (Islamic scholar)

Zaida bore this name in the Golden Age of Islam, when Arabic names carried prestige across the known world.

Zaida (Quranic figure)

Zaida appears in the Quran or Hadith, giving this name deep Islamic spiritual significance.

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What names sound and feel like Zaida?

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

Zaira

Arabic · Arabic

Zaina

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Arabic · A beloved name

How is Zaida written in other languages?

زايدة

Arabic

What are the boy versions of Zaida?

Zaid ARABIC Zayd ARABIC

Common questions about the name Zaida

What does the name Zaida mean?

Zaida means "Nourishing, growth" — a name rooted in Arabic 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 Zaida?

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

What is the cultural origin of Zaida?

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

Is Zaida trending right now?

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

Is Zaida a common or rare name?

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