Zayna

“beauty, grace”

Middle Eastern countries origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#1634US 2023

128Births / yr

↑Rising

1.5kAll-time births

📅 Since 198900.01% of births at peak

What does Zayna mean and where does it come from?

Zayna is an Arabic name common in various Middle Eastern and North African cultures. The name translates to 'beauty' or 'grace' in Arabic, reflecting aesthetic and moral qualities. It has various spellings, including Zaina and Zaynah, and is often used in combination with other names. Zayna was hist

Cultural significance

Zayna has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Middle Eastern countries-speaking communities, where it reflects values of beauty, grace.

Peak popularity

Reached #2013 in 2018 — currently #1634 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Zayna?

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

Zayna Grace

How popular is Zayna right now?

Rising fast — up 506 spots — currently #1634 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1990–2023#1634 · Top 1.2%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1634	128	▲ up 506 · +42% births
2022	#2140	90	▼ down 42 · -1% births
2021	#2098	91	▼ down 22 · +3% births
2020	#2076	88	▲ up 210 · +7% births
2015	#2286	82	▲ up 815 · +52% births
2010	#3101	54	▲ up 347 · +23% births
2005	#3448	44	▲ up 818 · +52% births
2000	#4266	29	▼ down 1387 · -31% births
1995	#2879	42	▲ up 9794 · +600% births
1990	#12673	6	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Zayna

Best Year2023Rank #1634

Peak Count128

Average Rank#3660

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1990 - 202310 years

The story of Zayna

Zayna is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1989. With 1,512 total births recorded, Zayna remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #12673 in 1990 to #1634 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Zayna in 2018:

Emma Olivia Ava Isabella Sophia

Zayna by decade

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

Decade	Births
1980s	7
1990s	243
2000s	416
2010s ★	758
2020s	88

💎With 1,512 total births, Zayna is an uncommon but established name.

What are good nicknames for Zayna?

Common

ZayZa

What names sound and feel like Zayna?

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

Zaena

Middle Eastern countries · Beauty; adornment.

Zahna

Arabic · flower

Zayva

American · unique or bright

Zayla

American · A beloved name

Hayna

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Gayna

American · A form of

Zayda

Spanish · a growth; a

Wayna

Peru · Young girl

How is Zayna written in other languages?

زينة

Arabic

What are the boy versions of Zayna?

Zain ARABIC Zayn ARABIC

Common questions about the name Zayna

What does the name Zayna mean?

Zayna means "beauty, grace" — a name rooted in Middle Eastern countries 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 Zayna?

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

What is the cultural origin of Zayna?

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

Is Zayna trending right now?

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

Is Zayna a common or rare name?

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