Zailah

“Sister of Zaire” — Symbolizes strength and uniqueness

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#5948US 2023

21Births / yr

↑Rising

157All-time births

📅 Since 200900

What does Zailah mean and where does it come from?

Zailah is a modern name that has emerged in the United States as a unique variant that evokes a sense of individuality. It is thought to be linked to the name Zaire, which comes from the Kongo River and means 'river that swallows all rivers'. Zailah symbolizes strength and uniqueness, and though it

Cultural significance

Zailah has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of sister of zaire.

Peak popularity

Reached #6361 in 2019 — currently #5948 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Zailah?

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

Zailah Grace

How popular is Zailah right now?

Rising fast — up 1015 spots — currently #5948 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2010–2023#5948 · Top 4.4%

2010

2015

2020

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#5948	21	▲ up 1015 · +24% births
2022	#6963	17	▼ down 1022 · -19% births
2021	#5941	21	▲ up 590 · +17% births
2020	#6531	18	▲ up 416
2015	#6947	18	▲ up 6419 · +125% births
2010	#13366	8	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Zailah

Best Year2021Rank #5941

Peak Count21

Average Rank#7616

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range2010 - 20236 years

The story of Zailah

Zailah is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2009. With 157 total births recorded, Zailah remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #13366 in 2010 to #5948 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Zailah in 2019:

Olivia Emma Ava Sophia Isabella

Zailah by decade

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

Decade	Births
2000s	8
2010s ★	131
2020s	18

💎Zailah has only 157 total recorded births since 2009 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Zailah?

Common

ZaiZailZailieZailyIlah

What names sound and feel like Zailah?

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

Zaiyah

American · A beloved name

American · morning dew

Zairah

Middle Eastern countries · مضيئة

Dailah

American · English

Xailah

American · Ease; grace

Common questions about the name Zailah

What does the name Zailah mean?

Zailah means "Sister of Zaire" — 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 Zailah?

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

What is the cultural origin of Zailah?

Zailah 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 Zailah trending right now?

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

Is Zailah a common or rare name?

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