Zaila

“to blossom, to flourish”

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#1962US 2023

101Births / yr

↑Rising

523All-time births

📅 Since 200000

What does Zaila mean and where does it come from?

Zaila is a modern name with roots that may be traced to Arabic origins where it conveys a sense of blossoming or flourishing. This name has gained popularity in the United States, particularly since the mid-2000s, largely due to cultural influences. It's also celebrated for its uniqueness and melodi

Cultural significance

Zaila has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of to blossom, to flourish.

Peak popularity

Reached #3535 in 2014 — currently #1962 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Zaila?

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

Zaila Grace

How popular is Zaila right now?

Rising fast — up 459 spots — currently #1962 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2000–2023#1962 · Top 1.4%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1962	101	▲ up 459 · +33% births
2022	#2421	76	▲ up 293 · +19% births
2021	#2714	64	▲ up 1087 · +68% births
2020	#3801	38	▲ up 410 · +9% births
2015	#4211	35	▲ up 2950 · +94% births
2010	#7161	18	▲ up 685 · +20% births
2005	#7846	15	▲ up 5300 · +114% births
2000	#13146	7	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Zaila

Best Year2023Rank #1962

Peak Count101

Average Rank#5408

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range2000 - 20238 years

The story of Zaila

Zaila is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2000. With 523 total births recorded, Zaila remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #13146 in 2000 to #1962 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Zaila in 2014:

Emma Olivia Sophia Isabella Ava

Zaila by decade

Zaila peaked in the 2010s. See all 2010s names →

Decade	Births
2000s	127
2010s ★	358
2020s	38

💎Zaila has only 523 total recorded births since 2000 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Zaila?

Common

ZaiZailZailieZaily

What names sound and feel like Zaila?

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

American · A variant of

Jaila

American · A variant of

Zailah

American · Sister of Zaire

Zayla

American · A beloved name

Zalla

American · A serene and

Zaela

American · Derived from 'Zara',

Common questions about the name Zaila

What does the name Zaila mean?

Zaila means "to blossom, to flourish" — 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 Zaila?

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

What is the cultural origin of Zaila?

Zaila 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 Zaila trending right now?

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

Is Zaila a common or rare name?

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