Zelaya

“field” — Associated with a municipality in Honduras known as Zelaya Central

Spain origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#6667US 2023

18Births / yr

↑Rising

59All-time births

📅 Since 200800

How to pronounce Zelaya

zay·LEYE·uh

/zeɪ.ˈlaɪ.ə/ · stress on LEYE · 3 syllables

“field”

Associated with a municipality in Honduras known as Zelaya Central · Spain origin

What does Zelaya mean and where does it come from?

The name Zelaya has Spanish origins and is notably associated with a municipality in Honduras known as Zelaya Central. It is derived from the Basque word 'zelai', meaning 'field'. The name is not very common but has gained attention in recent years due to its melodic sound and unique characteristics

Cultural significance

Zelaya has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Spain-speaking communities, where it reflects values of spanish.

Peak popularity

Reached #9012 in 2018 — currently #6667 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Zelaya?

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

Zelaya Grace

How popular is Zelaya right now?

Rising fast — up 5554 spots — currently #6667 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2020–2023#6667 · Top 4.9%

2020

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#6667	18	▲ up 5554 · +125% births
2022	#12221	8	▼ down 3263 · -33% births
2021	#8958	12	▲ up 1084 · +20% births
2020	#10042	10	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Zelaya

Best Year2023Rank #6667

Peak Count18

Average Rank#9472

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range2020 - 20234 years

The story of Zelaya

Zelaya is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2008. With 59 total births recorded, Zelaya remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #10042 in 2020 to #6667 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Zelaya in 2018:

Emma Olivia Ava Isabella Sophia

Zelaya by decade

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

Decade	Births
2000s	11
2010s ★	38
2020s	10

💎Zelaya has only 59 total recorded births since 2008 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Zelaya?

Common

ZelZelieZelyAya

What names sound and feel like Zelaya?

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

Zenaya

American · A form of

Selaya

Spain · Place of rest

Kelaya

American · A modern name

American · Generous; modern

Telaya

English · English

Delaya

American · To delay; to

Common questions about the name Zelaya

What does the name Zelaya mean?

Zelaya means "Spanish" — a name rooted in Spain 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 Zelaya?

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

What is the cultural origin of Zelaya?

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

How do you pronounce the name Zelaya?

Zelaya is a three-syllable name pronounced Z EY0 L AY1 AH0. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Zelaya?

Zelaya pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Spain heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.