Zylah

“heavenly” — Associated with traits of beauty and otherworldliness

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#1543US 2023

139Births / yr

↑Rising

768All-time births

📅 Since 200100.01% of births at peak

What does Zylah mean and where does it come from?

Zylah is an innovative variant of the name Zila and has become popular in the United States. The name has a modern feel and is often associated with traits of beauty and otherworldliness. Zylah is gaining traction in contemporary naming practices, reflecting a growing trend towards unique, creative

Cultural significance

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

Peak popularity

Reached #1805 in 2020 — currently #1543 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Zylah?

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

Zylah Grace

How popular is Zylah right now?

Rising fast — up 114 spots — currently #1543 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2005–2023#1543 · Top 1.1%

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2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1543	139	▲ up 114 · +9% births
2022	#1657	128	▼ down 47 · -2% births
2021	#1610	131	▲ up 195 · +20% births
2020	#1805	109	▲ up 1276 · +98% births
2015	#3081	55	▲ up 1404 · +67% births
2010	#4485	33	▲ up 11500 · +450% births
2005	#15985	6	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Zylah

Best Year2023Rank #1543

Peak Count139

Average Rank#4309

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range2005 - 20237 years

The story of Zylah

Zylah is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2001. With 768 total births recorded, Zylah remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #15985 in 2005 to #1543 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Zylah in 2020:

Olivia Emma Ava Charlotte Sophia

Zylah by decade

Zylah peaked in the 2020s. See all 2020s names →

Decade	Births
2000s	81
2010s ★	578
2020s	109

💎Zylah has only 768 total recorded births since 2001 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Zylah?

Common

ZylZylahieZylahy

What names sound and feel like Zylah?

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

Zyllah

American · Hebrew

Mylah

American · a blend of

Kylah

American · slim or fair

Lylah

American · English

Xylah

American · from the woods

Zyla

American · to cry out;

Zylaa

American · Zylaa is often

Rylah

American · English

Common questions about the name Zylah

What does the name Zylah mean?

Zylah means "heavenly" — 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 Zylah?

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

What is the cultural origin of Zylah?

Zylah 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 Zylah trending right now?

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

Is Zylah a common or rare name?

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