Zayda
Zayda is a girl's name of Arabic origin.
Meaning
Prosperous, fortunate, or increasing in abundance.
Origin and history
Zayda is a feminine given name of Arabic origin, derived from a root meaning 'prosperous', 'increasing', or 'abundance'. It functions as a variant spelling of Zaida and has gained modest popularity in the United States in recent decades. The name offers a distinct, modern sound while retaining deep historical roots.
Popularity in the United States
2,305 babies in the United States have been named Zayda since 1880. It ranks #3670 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1605.
States where it is most popular
- TX (40.3 %)
- CA (29.2 %)
- FL (7.8 %)
- MN (3.5 %)
- IN (3.2 %)
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 | 5 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 12 |
| 1980-1990 | 19 |
| 1990-2000 | 165 |
| 2000-2010 | 692 |
| 2010-2019 | 915 |
| 2020-2029 | 497 |
Fun facts
- Zayda is a phonetic modern variant of Zaida, an ancient Arabic name with historic usage across North Africa and Al-Andalus.
- Over twenty percent of all U.S. recorded births for the name Zayda since 1880 have occurred since 2020.