Zariyah
Zariyah is a girl's name of Arabic origin.
Meaning
Blooming flower, radiance, or scatterer of light.
Origin and history
Zariyah is a contemporary feminine name of Arabic origin, often understood as a variation of Zaria or Zarifa, meaning 'blooming flower' or 'radiance'. It gained popularity in the United States during the 2010s and 2020s, reflecting a modern preference for melodic names ending in '-yah'. It is widely chosen by parents looking for a distinctive yet modern-sounding name.
Popularity in the United States
7,569 babies in the United States have been named Zariyah since 1880. It ranks #1922 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #620.
States where it is most popular
- TX (12 %)
- FL (9.6 %)
- GA (8.5 %)
- CA (8 %)
- NC (5.2 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 62 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,090 |
| 2010-2019 | 3,642 |
| 2020-2029 | 2,775 |
Nicknames
Zari, RiRi, Zezé
Fun facts
- Zariyah experienced a sharp rise in usage in the United States starting in the 2010s.
- The name is closely linked to Arabic roots denoting beauty, gracefulness, and light.